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 2025

Fun with Monoprinting

Join us to explore the artform of monoprinting in a relaxed workshop.

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!

Become a Patron

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

Two girls smile as they enjoy a craft activity where they are cutting and gluing paper.
9 - 16 April 2025

Work & Play Holiday Club: Easter

Struggling for childcare over the Easter holidays? Looking for something enriching and engaging for your children to do whilst you work or whilst you take a break? We have the answer… bring them to the River & Rowing Museum! This Easter we are bringing back the popular Work and Play Holiday Club.

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.

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.

Never Miss The Boat


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