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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

Phil Silvers desk clock awarded by Calmac Mens & Boys Club of California on 1st July 1964. Phil was crowned Man of the Year! Kindly donated by Tracey & Iren. #philsilvers #award #calmac #boysclub #manoftheyear

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

'Bilko created the template for the modern workplace sitcom. It shifted the genre away from simple domestic setups into a character-driven, ensemble-focused format.' - The Guardian. #philsilvers #bilko #sitcom #uk #ensemble

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

We had a blast Saturday night at the @merylstreek_ gig at @justdroppedin @fargovillagecov A superb, powerful set by Meryl for the launch of his new album 'Stories They Don't Teach You At School' followed by a visit to the new Museum! Go buy a copy now! #merylstreek #punk #musican #vinyl #dublin

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

The Museum in It's new location has constantly evolved throughout 2026. Displays have been improved on a weekly basis. So proud, humbled and honoured to be custodians of Phil Silvers legacy! #philsilvers #museum #coventry #custodian #legacy

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

New additions: Contact sheet showing rehearsals for Bilko's Tax Trouble. Bottom image man in black holding papers looks like Phil's brother (& manager) Harry. Fort Baxter map & Phil's photoshoot in his LA condo for his autobiography. #philsilvers #museum #autobiography #family #photoshoot

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Using a screen grab I've been busy recreating the Fort Baxter map seen in Colonel Hall's office. Pretty pleased with the result - would make a great framed print! I like the colour over the b/w, but would love your feedback! #philsilvers #museum #map #office #framedprint

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Great news! The Pentagon have granted permission for our exclusive Goosenheimer t-shirt! Register your interest with Fort Baxter quartermaster Sgt Andy Pendleton! Available in army green, small to 2XL, £25 + shipping and free Bilko badge! #philsilvers #tshirt #exclusive #pentagon #television

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Proud to be featured in the Coventry Visitor Guide in the category 'Pop Culture Icon!' Earlier this year the Daily Mail voted us in the top 12 eccentric/unique Museums in the UK! Us Brits love Phil Silvers! #visitcoventry #coventry #attraction #popculture

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Saluting our lovely visitors who've supported the Museum over the last week. As one visitor said, 'It's a wonderfully curated shrine to a great man!'. I'm sure Phil would find it heartwarming his British fans haven't forgotten him. #philsilvers #shrine #Museum #goat #coventry

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Who remembers Karl Howman? He starred in the BBC sitcom Brush Strokes from 1986 until 1991. It seems the gentleman has impeccable taste reposting our 71st anniversary post and calling Phil Silvers, The Greatest of all Time! Thanks Karl, you're a Top Banana! #philsilvers #museum #coventry

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

The Museum now stocks merchandise featuring Bilko's cartoon counterpart, the effervescent and undisputed leader of the pack Top Cat! 2 designs of badges and mugs! More TC merchandise coming! #philsilvers #topcat #animation #cartoon #hannabarbera

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Two new additions to the Museum. My pencil sketch from 2011 and a jumping for joy Phil Silvers from The Jump Book (1959) by Philippe Halsman with a quote from his autobiography. #philsilvers #art #sketch #jump #autobiography

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Floating an idea for our next exclusive Museum t-shirt. Based around the classic 1956 episode The Con Men. Doberman gets fleeced sending Ernie into full flight, conning the Con Men! Comment with a thumbs up if you like! #philsilvers #t-shirt #design #exclusive #councilbluffs

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

We'd like to thank everyone who visited during Heritage Open Days. Lots of happy faces & it was a delight to welcome Zsófia Hacsek on her first visit & enthusiastic review. It's always an honour to introduce Phil Silvers to a new admirer! #philsilvers ##heritageopendays #honour #museum #coventry

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Thrilled to announce the unveiling of 2 new pieces of art. Thanks to the generosity of @jeremy.guy.06 & the supremely talented artist @patrickowsley we have Patrick's pencil and completed artwork on display Thanks Jeremy & Patrick, Phil Silvers would be delighted! #philsilvers #art #pencilsketch

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

A big hug to Tracey and Laury for setting the record straight. Phil Silvers did indeed win 2 Emmy's in 1956. Congratulations to Matthew Rhys for his 2 wins 70 years later for Widow's Bay! #philsilvers #emmy #emmyawards #performance #win

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Chatting with a visitor last week it dawned on both of us the 1996 ill fated reboot with Steve Martin will be celebrating it's 40th anniversary this year! Considering 75% of Museum visitors have refused to watch it, how shall we celebrate? #philsilvers #bilko #movie #anniversary #stevemartin

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

A glorious start to @heritageopendays! 'An unmatched treasure trove dedicated to Phil Silvers!' - Tim, Wolverhampton. #philsilvers #heritageopendays #museum #attraction #treasuretrove

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

On the 25th anniversary of 9/11 we remember the lives lost, sacrifices made and honour the courage and bravery of first responders, emergency services and survivors. We will never forget. #911 #neverforget911 #rememberthesky #neverforget .

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

@heritageopendays starts tomorrow until 20th September! (Bilko's 71st anniversary) Everyone is welcome to visit our new location and revamped displays! #philsilvers #heritageopendays #coventry #visit

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Always thrilled when accidental visitors are so impressed they leave a positive TripAdvisor review. Last image a newspaper clipping announcing the return of Bilko to the BBC, 1984/85. #philsilvers #museum #tripadvisor #instagram #facebook

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

We are participating in this year's Heritage Open Days Step back into time and enjoy the golden age of TV comedy. New location, new displays and new artefacts you won't see anywhere else in the world! #philsilvers #heritageopendays #coventry #comedy

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Pops who will be celebrating his 95th birthday this October visited the Museum earlier today. A guided tour he was impressed with my accomplishments in keeping the memory of Phil Silvers alive. His favourite piece? Bing Crosby's penknife gifted to Phil. #philsilvers #tourism #bingcrosby #icon

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Visitors this weekend from New York, Alberta, Canada and Sydney Australia! Guest book updates to follow! #philsilvers #museum #newyork #canada #australia

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Back in stock! Our exclusive 'Playing Cards' t-shirt lovingly recreated from the design sold at #virginmegastore & #hmv in the glorious 1980’s! Sizes small to 5XL. #philsilvers #tshirt #design

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

More guestbook updates! 'Very interesting. Loved the animation cels & Spitting Image head!' - Jeannie & John, London 'Love a niche Museum - Inrcedible! A veritable treasure trove of memories.' - Alexandre & Stuart, Birmingham

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

'It’s hard to believe Phil passed so long ago. After all this time, I only have to think momentarily about some random scene from the wonderful Phil Silvers Show, and a smile appears on my face!' - Deanna Allison #philsilvers #smile #happy #comedy #museum

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

A bumper birthday package of Bilko goodies ready for shipping to one lucky Phil Silvers fan! Lots of lovely guestbook comments and praise for the new Museum. Updates from tomorrow! #philsilvers #bilko #museum #guestbook #praise

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

We've had a hectic couple of weeks welcoming new and returning visitors. About to start sharing guest book comments! And those who have enjoyed their visit reviews are welcomed @tripadvisor 😀 #7 of 91 things to do in Coventry! #philsilvers #bilko #museum #coventry

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

As always eternal thanks to our lovely visitors for leaving such positive reviews. In a world of uncertainty a trip to the Museum will take you on a nostalgic trip when Phil Silvers was King of Comedy! #philsilvers #museum #nostalgic #comedy #reviews

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

A lovely weekend welcoming visitors and families to the Museum. Always a pleasure to engage and introduce Phil Silvers to younger generations. #philsilvers #museum #family #coventry #comedy

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Back in stock! The Very Best of Sgt Bilko. 10 classic, timeless episodes and a perfect introduction to the enduring comedy of Phil Silvers! #philsilvers #bilko #dvd #best #comedy

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

By jove! Comedy is a Grim Business: the Making of IAMMMMW by James Curtis has landed at the Museum! Can't wait to read the fascinating back story to this classic comedy! Still looking for the hardback edition. #philsilvers #mad #world #books #comedy

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

We are in the process of revamping our online Museum store! Fresh photography and a redesigned t-shirt label! Forget the rest, buy the best and support Phil's legacy. #philsilvers #museum #legacy #coventry #photography

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Received an email this morning from a chap who bought one of our early animations cels from a charity shop. Intrigued to know the back story! Cels in stock at the Museum! #philsilvers #museum #animaion #cel #television

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Who remembers the scorchio Summer of 76? Well we're staying cool packing our latest merchandise orders! Open through until Sunday! #philsilvers #summer #museum #coventry #museum

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Back on duty after a few days on furlough. Playing catch-up up on our guest book updates, more to follow from tomorrow! #philsilvers #Museum #guest #visitors #coventry

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Thrilled a copy of this new book by James Curtis is on it's way to the Museum to be added to our MMMMW display. It was Phil's favourite film with Cover Girl 1944 a very close second! #philsilvers #films #musical #books

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

A splendid day filming with Andrew, Nick and Linda from Birmingham TV a few weeks ago. Here's the link to the YouTube video posted this weekend. youtu.be/f0V08EKo4ec?... 'A fantastic Museum worthy of multiple visits!' - Birmingham TV #philsilvers #birmingham #filming #tv #museum

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

A glorious publicity still from the hour long special Keep in Step. Look at those expressions as Phil tries to hold back the platoon from the gorgeous Diana Dors.

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Delighted to welcome Roger Bailey, Lord Mayor of Coventry yesterday. 'Amazing collection. Love it!' - Roger Also happy to report we are 4th in Specialty Museums on TripAdvisor! Proud to be custodians of Phil Silvers legacy. #philsilvers #museum #legacy #lord #mayor

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Compact but beautifully curated! The Museum continues to evolve as we welcome a Birmingham film crew today. Full updates to follow! #philsilvers #museum #filming #coventry #comedy

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Saluting Sgt Stanley Sowicki! Now on display in one of our Bilko cabinets Harry Clark's signature which just happened to be dedicated to another Steve! #philsilvers #museum #autograph #actor #comedy

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Thanks to the generosity of Stephen we now have the alternate #mad paperback! And yes, those glasses were actually worn by Phil. Donated by Tracey & Iren they arrived damaged but we managed to reconstruct! #philsilvers #glasses #books #museum

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Delighted to report @telegraph has voted us one of the top 12 eccentric/niche museums to visit in the UK! #philsilvers #museums #eccentric #niche #coventry

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

'Lifelong fan of Phil Silvers. An emotional visit and a tremendous tribute to a great comedian and gentleman.' -Dennis, London. More updates from Wednesday! #philsilvers #museum #tribute #comedian #love

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

'Try me, I'm pretty gullible!' - Otto Meyer. Reframed our IAMMMMW original quad this morning. The greatest ensemble of comedians ever!, All clamouring for screen time with Phil Silvers giving his greatest movie performance. #philsilvers #itsamadmadmadmadworld #ensemble #performance #movie

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