What’s On

Enjoy an exciting range of events and exhibitions year-round, in the Museum and online. Try something new in Museum workshops or family activities, delve deeper into a subject with our talks and lectures, or soak up culture in our exhibitions.

Specific dates
EXHIBITION
1 July 2024 - 27 April 2025

The Space Vault

A once-in-a-lifetime chance to see relics of human space exploration with your own eyes and discover Oxford’s story as the centre for UK space exploration.

29 March - 11 May 2025

STILL LIFE

'Still Life' asks us to reflect on our changing environment, both locally and globally, our fear of others and the unknown. Why do we value our own communities, the familiar, over others? Why do we find beauty in some living creatures and not others?

Families
5 - 21 April 2025

Easter Eggstravaganza!

Make the most of the Easter holidays with fun family activities at the Museum!

25 April - 27 June 2025

Meditation & Gong Sound Bath – Spring

Jo Winterton Yoga is hosting a monthly meditation & gong sound bath in the Thames Room here at the Museum.

Become a Patron

Discover the many ways to be involved and become part of the RRM Patrons community

Families
28 April - 14 July 2025

Tiddlers!

Join us for our popular weekly under 5’s group! Enjoy songs, activities, stories and a chance to find out more about special objects in our collection.

1 May 2025

Leander Book Talk: Cath Bishop – The Long Win

Join our friends at Leander Club for the latest of their Leander Library Rowing Book Talks. Enjoy an evening with Olympian Cath Bishop, author of the book "The Long Win", in aid of the Leander Trust and Love Rowing, with finger buffet.

3 - 5 May 2025

Henley Arts Trail 2025

Join us to explore the rich variety of art from Henley and the surrounding area as part of this year's Henley Arts Trail.

An array of vintage and antique goods on a table in dappled sunlight, including glass bottles, lace bobbins, Russian dolls, pots, vases and more
17 May 2025

The Lovely Vintage & Antiques Fair

We are very excited to announce that the Lovely Vintage and Antiques Fair is coming to the Museum on Saturday 17th May, hosted by Jojo Jam Jar Vintage.

17 May 2025

Floral Printmaking Workshop

Take inspiration from nature and discover the art of designing and making a repeat print in our latest adult art workshop.

Four swans rise out of swirling blue waters, with reeds in the background
22 May - 1 July 2025

Brushstrokes of Change: The Art of Emotional Expression

'Brushstrokes of Change: The Art of Emotional Expression' features a collection of predominantly tree paintings, alongside abstract landscapes, created by artist and art psychotherapist Lilly Meikle. The exhibition explores the transformative power of art therapy, where creativity serves as both a personal outlet for emotional expression and a profound tool for healing.

Event Series
23 May 2025

The Space Vault Exhibition Events

'Expert Talk' series and 'Behind the Vault' sessions - this is the programme of events linked to The Space Vault Exhibition

Never Miss The Boat


Two men and a woman using tin plates to row a canoe in the 1930s
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