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James Joyce: a love of language
This display of items from the Solange and Stephen James Joyce Collection uses translations of James Joyce’s work to explore his place as a European and a citizen of the world. The exhibition opens on the European Day of Languages and closes on Joyce’s birthday. The University of Reading has acquired a major collection of […]
Find out more »A Break from Tradition
The late 19th and early 20th centuries were a transformative period in Europe. Developments in industry, technology and transportation altered life beyond recognition. It was against this backdrop of unprecedented social, economic and political change that a new generation of artists began to challenge traditional artistic practices. These artists would eventually create what we now […]
Find out more »Winter Family Activity Packs
WINTER-INSPIRED THINGS TO DO AT THE MUSEUM, OUTDOORS AND AT HOME! Buy one of our packs at the museum Gift Shop for fun activities to do with children during your visit - and afterwards! For age 5+ (£3) Choose from three different Winter Activity Packs: Little mouse story, winter recipe, colouring sheet and join the […]
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Cheese Night (Postponed from 28th Sept)
Explore the story of cheese through The MERL's archive and objects with collections specialists, and share a sociable evening discovering some delicious local cheeses and accompaniments, including a carefully paired drinks, all guided by the delightful Angela Brown, our Retail Supervisor and resident cheese expert! After an introduction to the MERL's cheese-related objects from curator […]
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