Harlow Museum

03/06/2026

Happy World Bicycle Day!

Did you know that at Harlow Museum we have an amazing, world class collection of bicycles?

Explore the evolution of the cycle; learn how to mount a Penny Farthing; wonder at Edwardian lamps; delight in the ceramic Dunlop Models; count pedals; stare at spokes, chain rings and brake levers!

Find out how so many incredible machines came to be housed in Harlow, thanks to local legend, John Collins.

We're open Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday.
9:30am-3:30pm (last entry 3pm)
We're free to visit, with plenty of cycle racks, or parking for cars at the rear.

31/05/2026

30/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who visited our Enchanted Garden today. It was great to see so many happy faces and what a glorious day for hunting fairy houses, meeting the Fairy Queen and all her magical friends!

A big shout out to the incredible team from who made so many beautiful houses, and to all the incredible volunteers who gave up their time to help us!

Please tag the Museum in any public pics you share of today. We hope to see you all again in the Walled Garden for our Community Fete, Saturday 15th August. Save the date!

28/05/2026

Throwback to 70 years ago, when the 6,000th house was occupied in the New Town.

This article, from Harlow Citizen, 27th May 1955, shows Mr and Mrs Britaine collecting the keys to their new home, at Parsonage Leys from Mr Duncan Sandys, Minister for Housing and Local Government.

In congratulating the Development Corporation Sandys said:

"I know how much has been due to the drive and energy and experience of your chairman and I am quite sure that it has been a team job because you don't achieve this except by the fine work and cooperation of all elements concerned. You are going ahead here in some ways more quickly than any other new town in the country."

He also praised the rate of building, calling the 2,000 houses a year "a fine achievement", and was pleased that some 20,000 people had been provided housing so far.

26/05/2026

Only four more sleeps until our Enchanted Garden…it’s not too late to get your ticket!

Book today: bit.ly/HMEnchantedGarden 🧚🍄🌿

For more information visit our website, event in partnership with

26/05/2026

A big thank you to all who came down to our Create with Clay sessions at the Museum today!

Don’t miss out on another fun filled day this half term at Harlow Museum, pop along on Thursday, 28th May to Paint the Garden.

Spend the morning or afternoon getting creative with paints and using the Walled Gardens as your inspiration.

Free, drop in sessions for all ages, 10am - 12pm and 1 - 3pm

23/05/2026

Our new display, "Pedals, Puzzles and Play" is up!

From Romans to Edwardians, wood to plastic, toys have been a part of all of our lives.

Come and see highlights from our collection and share your memories of playing in Harlow. Then why not take a stroll round our beautiful Walled Gardens?

⏰️ Open 9:30am - 3:30pm (last entry 3pm)

📆 Saturday, Tuesday, Thursday

💰 Free

🚗 🚲 Car and bicycle parking at the rear

16/05/2026

Congratulations to our colleagues, past and present, at Pets Corner who are celebrating their 60th birthday this weekend.

We love visiting the animals, and you can see in these photos from our collection, that many generations of Harlow residents have too!

Spotted yourself or someone you know, why not tag them in the comments?

13/05/2026

Glorious Gardens: Half Term Fun at Harlow Museum & Walled Gardens

This Summer Half Term unleash your creativity... sculpt clay insects, paint vibrant summer blooms and explore the Walled Gardens.

🐞 Tues 26 May - Create with Clay
Sculpt your own clay creatures inspired by the real life bugs that live in our garden.

Morning Session: 10am - 12pm
Afternoon Session: 1pm - 3pm
£2 per child, pay on the door

🎨 Thurs 28 May - Paint the Garden
The flowers are coming out in the museum’s garden, ready to inspire your artwork.

Morning Session: 10am - 12pm
Afternoon Session: 1pm - 3pm
FREE, drop in, for all ages

Join us for fun, hands-on art for everyone. To find out more visit: www.harlowmuseum.com

13/05/2026

Creatures big and small are getting ready for Harlow Museum’s Enchanted Garden… have you got your ticket yet?

Get your ticket today: bit.ly/HMEnchantedGarden

In partnership with Plant Pots and Wellies