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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 »Folklore and Magic
This exhibition is a captivating exploration of the enduring legacy of folklore and magic. It explores the dynamic nature of folk tales, folk art, magic, and healing wisdom, using the MERL collections, University of Reading's Art Collection, Special Collections, Herbarium and Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology. It has been designed by third-year Museum Studies students […]
Find out more »Spring Family Activity Packs
SPRING-INSPIRED THINGS TO DO IN THE MUSEUM, GARDEN & 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 one of 3 Spring Activity Packs: Little Mouse Spring story, Spring finds and crafts Frog […]
Find out more »Mums and Babies Yoga with Sport in Mind
The Mums and Babies Yoga sessions at The MERL are run with our partners Sport in Mind, the UK’s leading mental health sports charity, based in Reading. The sessions are designed to support positive mental health through yoga and movement for mums and babies under 1 year. Sessions run every Thursday, during RBC term time, […]
Find out more »Half term at The MERL
VISIT THE MERL THIS HALF TERM FOR FUN ACTIVITIES AND MORE This half term, enjoy trails, activities, crafts at The Museum of English Rural Life! Discover our new Spring Family Activity Packs for all ages (from £2 per pack) Book a place on The MERL Green Explorers for families (children 5+) on Sunday 26th May […]
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