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NOW ONLINE: SHOULDER TO THE WHEEL

January 14, 2020 - June 30, 2020
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Free
Maker Gareth Neal standing behind large flat circle of wood with an axe working on Shoulder to the Wheel exhibition piece

Although the museum is currently closed due to the COVID-19 situation, and the physical exhibition would have closed officially on April 5th, you can still see pictures and information about how the exhibition was developed in our Shoulder to the Wheel Online Exhibition “Shoulder to the Wheel”, curated by Dr Glenn Adamson, takes as its starting […]

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THE LOST MUSEUM

March 16, 2020 - January 3, 2021
The Museum of English Rural Life, The Museum of English Rural Life, Redlands Road
Reading, Berkshire RG1 5EX United Kingdom
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White bunting with The Lost Museum printed in black

Visit The MERL to view this curious cabinet - The Lost Museum - a playful exploration of life, work, rest, and fun in Dee Park, Reading. The Lost Museum is the legacy of a project led by The Engine Room, an arts and mental health project that helps volunteers to become community leaders. The MERL […]

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NOW ONLINE: EASTER HOLIDAYS AT THE MERL

April 4, 2020 - April 20, 2020
Online
Selection of Easter themed makes and takes

Online Easter Programme We've moved our Easter holiday events programme online! If you were looking forward to visiting The MERL this Easter, look out for online activities that will be posted here and on social media throughout the holidays! 11am - Tuesday 7th & 14th April– Virtual & Reality Pull up a seat, climb on […]

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10:00 am

CANCELLED: EARLY BIRDS: QUIET HOUR AT THE MERL

April 5, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
The Museum of English Rural Life, The Museum of English Rural Life, Redlands Road
Reading, Berkshire RG1 5EX United Kingdom
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Family enjoying the new galleries at the Museum of English Rural Life quiet hour

Early Birds: Quiet Hour at The MERL Early birds is a quieter hour which provides an atmosphere in which to explore the museum, sensitive to the needs of visitors with autistic spectrum or other communication and sensory conditions. The session takes place every first Sunday of the month from 10 - 11am, during our usual opening […]

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