Friends of Horsham Museum and Art Gallery

01/09/2026

Wonderful wildlife in Horsham Museum garden

Despite harsh weather, Horsham Museum’s volunteer gardeners thrived, attracting wildlife, including the notable wasp spider, before temporary closure....

Despite harsh weather, Horsham Museum’s volunteer gardeners thrived, attracting wildlife, including the notable wasp spider, before temporary closure.

28/08/2026

September bulletin

The September bulletin replaces the newsletter to reduce confusion. It maintains the same format, summarizing recent events at the Museum and upcoming announcements....

The September bulletin replaces the newsletter to reduce confusion. It maintains the same format, summarizing recent events at the Museum and upcoming announcements.

24/08/2026

Horsham Museum featured on BBC’s Bargain Hunt

A collection of over 1,000 historic posters from William Albery showcased on BBC's Bargain Hunt highlights Horsham's rich history and local heritage....

A collection of over 1,000 historic posters from William Albery showcased on BBC’s Bargain Hunt highlights Horsham’s rich history and local heritage.

20/08/2026

Horsham Museum to close temporarily for essential roof repairs

Horsham Museum & Art Gallery will close from September 7, 2026, to January 5, 2027, for essential roof repairs, relocating artefacts and improving galleries during the closure....

Horsham Museum & Art Gallery will close from September 7, 2026, to January 5, 2027, for essential roof repairs, relocating artefacts and improving galleries during the closure.

16/08/2026

On this day famous athlete Alfred Shrubb competed against a horse. Find out more in our blog.

https://friendsofhorshammuseum.co.uk/2026/08/16/horsham-sporting-heros-race-against-a-horse/

13/08/2026

Horsham Museum’s Eclipse-nic

Hundreds gathered at Horsham Park's Nature Garden for an Eclipse-nic, hosted by the museum and astronomy group, to watch a partial eclipse....

Hundreds gathered at Horsham Park’s Nature Garden for an Eclipse-nic, hosted by the museum and astronomy group, to watch a partial eclipse.

08/08/2026

Troops leave Horsham early in World War One

A 1914 photo captures troops from the 4th Battalion Royal Sussex Regiment marching in Horsham, shortly after the war declaration, amidst a large crowd....

A 1914 photo captures troops from the 4th Battalion Royal Sussex Regiment marching in Horsham, shortly after the war declaration, amidst a large crowd.

04/08/2026

On this day – famous aviator’s emergency landing in Horsham 1911

In August 1911, pilot James Valentine landed in Warnham during a flight contest. Later serving with distinction in WWI, he died from injuries in 1917 at age 29....

In August 1911, pilot James Valentine landed in Warnham during a flight contest. Later serving with distinction in WWI, he died from injuries in 1917 at age 29.

02/08/2026

Bumper crowds enjoy surprise visit by plane in 1911 Horsham

On August 1, 1911, Mr. Barber's aircraft landed at Horsham Golf Club, attracting a crowd of 3,000. The event raised funds for Horsham Cottage Hospital amidst unique circumstances....

On August 1, 1911, Mr. Barber’s aircraft landed at Horsham Golf Club, attracting a crowd of 3,000. The event raised funds for Horsham Cottage Hospital amidst unique circumstances.

28/07/2026

August newsletter

Here is the latest Friends of Horsham Museum & Art Gallery newsletter. If you want to use the links that are included please use the PDF version. However, if you Just want a quick read then check out the image version. Museum friends August newsletterDownload

Here is the latest Friends of Horsham Museum & Art Gallery newsletter. If you want to use the links that are included please use the PDF version. However, if you Just want a quick read then che…