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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

On 22nd September 1926, Twickenham was elevated from an urban district council to a municipal borough. Our display celebrates exactly one century since its formation. Hover your camera phone over the QR code to watch the historic celebrations in Church Street & Marble Hill House!

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Ricky Pound @whitegoldsword1708.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Saturday 19th September I will be talking at the Twickenham Museum about the ceramics collection which spans a 200 hundred year time span. Talks at 12, 1 and 2pm, free entry and no need to book. Part of London Open House

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

twickenham-museum.org.uk/current-exhi... New Display! TWICKENHAM CHARTER DAY Event Date: 1 September 2024 - Indefinite Location: Twickenham Museum Exhibition Cost: Free

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Twickenham Charter Day - Twickenham Museum

Twickenham marked its official Charter Day on 22 September 1926, [...]

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We were very pleased today to receive a visit from author Hester Grant who has written a wonderful book called ‘The Twitnam Summer- Friendship, Satire and the Writing of Gulliver‘s Travels’. Here Hester browses some of our collection of books by Alexander Pope.

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Did you know that porcelain was popularised in England by Queen Mary II and blue and white porcelain was displayed at Hampton Court Palace? Find out more in our House Manager talks on ceramics at the Twickenham Museum on Saturday 12th & 19th at 12, 1 and 2pm. Free entry and no need to book

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

We have a fantastic children’s discovery trail at the museum. Explore, draw, count and learn, and on completion get a sticker! Younger children can even colour in our eccentric local celebrity, Professor Cockles! Entry is free! See you soon!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

A welcome addition to our Alexander Pope library at the museum!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Why did countries like Holland add silver additions to antique Chinese porcelain in the mid-19th century? Find out & much more in our free House Manager’s ceramics talks at 12, 1 & 2pm on Saturdays 12 & 19 September for London Open House. No need to book, just turn up!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Did you know that 18th century Europeans felt totally at ease eating & drinking from plates & teacups decorated with insects & other creepy crawlies? Find out more with our House Manager talks on September 12 & 19 at 12, 1 and 2pm. Free entry! No need to book!- simply turn up!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

There is lots to see at our museum for both adults and kids. Like Professor Cockles who lives under the stairs. Or bones of creatures from the Ice Age. How about Chinese or European ceramics or a model of Hampton Court Palace? And much more ! Free entry! twickenham-museum.org.uk

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Join House Manager Ricky Pound on Open House days in September on Saturdays 12 and 19 when he will talk about the connection of the property with the Twining tea merchants and the museums antique ceramics collection. At 12, 1 and 2pm. Free entry and no need to book.

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

It’s 60s Day and Twickenham is alive with music! And the museum is open today extended hours 11-4pm. Free entry! Please come and say “hello”.

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Always proud to support our London Luminaries partners.

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

We have extended opening hours today (Sunday 26th) as it is the brilliant High Tide festival 2026! We are open 11-4pm. Please come in and say hello and explore our lovely little museum which covers Twickenham, Whitton, Teddington and Hampton. FREE entry!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Now heavily discounted! Have you ever considered which famous people lived in Twickenham, Whitton, Teddington and the Hamptons? Well you don’t have to muse any longer! This book is full of celebrates! Visit for free & get yours from the museum today- just £1.50! 👍😀👌

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Due to volunteer unavailability, the Twickenham Museum will be closed on Sunday 21st June. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. If you would like to volunteer at the museum please contact Ricky at housemanager@twickenham-museum.org.uk thank you!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

We celebrate our connection with the Twining family through our display of tea drinking and ceramics. Here are some beautiful examples of late 18th century basalt wares showing Bacchanalian boys at play. Come and see for yourself! Free entry. Fri and Sat 11-3pm, Sun 2-4pm.

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

This Volunteers’ Week, we are sharing a massive, heartfelt thank you to the incredible volunteers who bring our museum to life! 🏛️ We simply couldn't open our doors without you. Thank you for making our museum such a vibrant, welcoming space. 🙌💛 ! 👍🏾💕💯

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Staurolite is noted for its cross-shaped twinned crystals, It is not found in the U.K. Sometimes known as a fairy cross, it was used as a talisman/good-luck charm. This piece was found in the roots of a fallen tree in Bushy Park in the 1950s. Kindly donated by Simon Hoare.

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Did you catch our House Manager Ricky Pound at his talk on Chinese porcelain at Marble Hill House last Thursday? If not some of the porcelain he took to illustrate his talk is on display here with us! We are open this bank holiday weekend. FREE entry! FREE kids activity trail! And much much more!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Architectural fragments from the 15th century Church of St Mary the Virgin, Twickenham. The nave of the church collapsed on the night of April 9, 1713. Apart from the church's Kentish ragstone tower, these may be the only extant stones from the exterior of this medieval church.

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London Luminaries @londonluminaries.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Join Historian & Property Manager Ricky Pound as he talks live in the Great Room at Marble Hill House on Thursday 21st May at 6.30pm. The subject: ‘Henrietta Howard and the Collecting of Chinese Porcelain in the 18th century’ tickets are limited ⬇️ www.ticketsource.com/marble-hill-...

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London Luminaries @londonluminaries.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

There is still time to book for this evening’s online talk which will see two trustees from Pope’s Grotto talking about the recent conservation -and reveal a special surprise! Book here- londonluminaries.com/talk/many-ha...

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

We have this fantastic new donation. It’s got a great story but can you guess what it is? We will reveal it soon!

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Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

It's our fastest-selling FREE ticket so far! Join this year's borough-wide event at @rhacc.bsky.social • meet 50+ inspiring charities • learn about local volunteering roles • get advice, ideas & a friendly welcome No pressure, no experience needed, just possibilities bit.ly/47QiJH7

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

We will be there and looking forward to meeting any potential new volunteers!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

We are proud to support our London Luminaries partners.

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

The last few days to see the JMW Turner and West London display at the Twickenham Museum. It’s Turnertastic! Free entry! Museum open Friday and Saturday 11-3pm and Sunday 2-4pm. Lots more to see- The Twinings in Twickenham! Chinese and European Ceramics! Professor Cockles! See you soon!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Are you looking for something to do this Easter after the Sunday lunch? Well look no further as we are open! We are free! We are warm and we have brilliant volunteers! Plus children’s activity sheet! Plus Professor Cockles and much more! Open 2-4pm. See you soon!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

It’s the Easter break, but we are open this Good Friday, Saturday and Sunday. It is also the final weeks of the JMW Turner display which finishes mid-April. Please come and visit! Free entry! Children’s activity sheet! Ceramics! Watermen uniforms! Professor Cockles! And more!

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London Luminaries @londonluminaries.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

There is still time to book your ticket for our first online talk on Thursday 2nd April at 7pm where curator Gary Enstone asks the question ‘Did Virginia Woolf really hate Richmond?. Book your tickets here- www.ticketsource.com/luminaries/t...

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

We are looking forward to hearing this talk from our London Luminaries partner.

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Newly on show as part of the Twinings tea display- a Chinese banded agate snuff bottle, 19th century.

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London Luminaries @londonluminaries.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

We are delighted to share the poster with you for Series 8 of our online talks! Each talk is followed by our popular question & answer session. Combined ticket recommended with all donations split equally between the participating properties. Book here- londonluminaries.com/spotlight-ta...

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

New on display- A Measham Ware Teapot, also known as Barge Ware. These teapots were popular among barge folk in the 1800s and often personalised with names and messages. E SPOONER ISLEWORTH 1881

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Did you know that in the 18th century ‘people of quality’ thought nothing of drinking their tea out of a cup or eating off a plate decorated with large creepy crawlies & other insects? Sometimes the insects would even be given shadows to make them more realistic! Newly on display

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Please also follow us on Instagram by taking a photo of the attached QR code. It would be very much appreciated!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

A new long term loan to the museum is a 5 Franc coin from 1841 featuring Louis Philippe, King of the French. Louis Philippe lived in Twickenham during two periods of exile. He resided at Johnston’s House (renamed Orleans House) from 1815 to 1817.

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

The ‘J.M.W Turner display is on until 23rd April 2026. You can also combine your visit with the viewing of 3 original Turner oil paintings currently on display at near by Orleans House Gallery or Turner’s House. Free entry to the Twickenham Museum. Open Friday and Saturday 11-3pm and Sunday 2-4pm.

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

Sunday 11th January. Dear visitors, We apologise but the museum will be closed today due to an issue with the heating. We hope to get this rectified as soon as possible and we will be open again as usual on Friday. Thank you for understanding.

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

Thank you so much to those recent followers who joined over the Christmas period! New talk now available to watch for free! We are open Friday and Saturday 11-3pm and Sunday 2-4pm. FREE entry! We look forward to your visit! londonluminaries.com/talk/tea-and...

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Just turned up to open the museum and found this lovely clay tobacco pipe left by a member of the public on the doorstep. Probably found on the banks of the Thames. Looks Victorian And this is why we love local history!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

We are open from today. Come in from the cold and say hello! Lots to see including a JMW Turner display, Twinings and ceramics display, Hampton Court model, waterman uniforms and much more! Come and engage with your rich local history. FREE entry!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

It’s 2026! Why not make a New Year’s resolution to #volunteer at the Twickenham Museum? Friendly staff, lovely environment and interesting visitors. As little as 2 hours a month. Email Housemanager@twickenham-museum.org.uk if interested. Your help makes all the difference. Thank you.

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

twickenham-museum.org.uk/support-us/ The Twickenham Museum is a self-funded small charity that receives no external funding. If you would like to support our museum and its future, please consider donating to us. Please click on the link above. Thank you very much and Happy New Year!

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The Twickenham Museum @twickenhammuseum.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

We remain open this month on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st. We will reopen Friday 2nd January. We would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very happy festive holiday and we look forward to seeing you at the museum in 2026! 🎁🧑‍🎄🌲👍

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