Celebrate American Independence Day and visit the new exhibition with country line dancing by Blazing Saddles (12:15-12:55pm and 1:30-2:10pm), music by The Stain Dollz (2:30-2:50pm and 3:40-4pm), as well as KidzFun zone, circus skills activities, lawn games, American inspired barbecue, coffee and ice cream. Visit the collections in the Manor House, follow the America 250...
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American Museum family events to feature rare Declaration of Independence
Families visiting American Museum & Gardens in Bath this summer will be able to see a rare original printing of the Declaration of Independence as part of a major programme of family-friendly events marking 250 years since America gained independence. The historic document, which goes on display from 16 June, is one of only 26...
New summer exhibition at American Museum brings moving marvels to Bath
Families are invited to discover a world of movement, craft and invention as a brand new exhibition opens at the American Museum & Gardens this summer. Circus of Curiosities: An Exhibition of Moving Marvels arrives in Bath from 4 July 2026, celebrating the playful art of automata through a collection of intricate mechanical sculptures. The...
Circus of Curiosities at The American Museum
Celebrating craft, art and moving sculpture, a family exhibition of animated models, toys and whimsical characters. Discover the world of mechanical art made by contemporary makers and get hands on in creative play workshops. Touring exhibition by Cabaret Mechanical Theatre, featuring 25 vibrant and witty mechanical sculptures, brought to life at the push of a...
The Strays at The American Museum
A lively mix of Americana, country, blues and soft rock, driven by three-part harmonies and an infectious, feel-good sound.
The Jungle Book at The American Museum
A high-energy, family-friendly musical adventure following Mowgli and friends through Kipling’s much-loved jungle world filled with original music, audience interaction. Join Mowgli and his friends, Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther, on a madcap jungle adventure as they meet and attempt to outwit a slithering snake, some cheeky monkeys, and Shere Khan!
Jonnie Melancholy and the Sad Cowboys at The American Museum
A six-piece band delivering country, bluegrass and transatlantic folk with rich harmonies and a wide-ranging repertoire.
Sherlock Holmes & The Hound of the Baskervilles at The American Museum
A fast-paced, humorous and inventive retelling of the classic mystery, with live music and audience interaction. Will detective duo Holmes and Watson discover the deadly secret of the Baskerville family curse before it strikes again? Or are they barking up the wrong tree?
Last Night’s Fun at the American Museum
Folk ensemble blending Celtic traditions with English and American influences, featuring fiddle, accordion, whistle, banjo and more.
Summer evenings come alive at the American Museum & Gardens
Families can look forward to a magical mix of theatre, music and sunset views as the Summer Series returns to the American Museum & Gardens. Running throughout June, July and August, the much-loved programme transforms the gardens into a relaxed open-air venue, where visitors can enjoy live performances as the sun sets over the Limpley...
Brilliant Beasties at the American Museum
Songs, stories and a little creativity through rhymes, storytelling and craft activities to discover the friendly animal characters while enjoying a relaxed hour of creative fun. Adults go free, normal admission
May Half Term at The American Museum
Craft and build sessions (Monday-Friday) with hands-on activities and creative spaces for all ages, as well as America 250 interactive family trail, and explore Kith & Kin: The Quilts of Gee’s Bend exhibition and fuzzy felt activities. The gardens and play area will also be open. On 25 May, it will be a special pay-what-you-can...
Rainbow Family Community Day at the American Museum
Pay-what-you can day, explore the spring gardens, woodland walk or parkland and enjoy the children’s climb-and-slide play area. Follow Charlie the Chipmunk on a museum adventure, jump into a pirate trail in the gardens and join in the creative activities in the Coach House. Bring a picnic or visit the American Garden Deli. BPart of...
Spring Talk: meet the quilters at The American Museum
Former Museum Director Gareth Thomas will share reflections on his time in Gee’s Bend including the artists he met, the places he visited, and the remarkable history and creativity that have shaped this 200-year-old quilting tradition offering further insight into the exhibition and the living cultural heritage behind the quilts on display.
Spring talk: Maris Curran at The American Museum
Filmmaker, Maris Curran talks about her experiences creating the short film ‘While I Yet Live’, part of the Kith & Kin exhibition as well as a Q&A session to discuss the making of the film, her experience of being in Gee’s Bend and ongoing relationship with the artists.
Rare Plant Fair at The American Museum
An opportunity for plant lovers and garden enthusiasts to buy beautiful plants from specialist nurseries.
Othello at The American Museum
Othello, the Moor of Venice, a respected General in the Venetian army, promotes the young Cassio to be his Lieutenant over Iago, a soldier in his service. In doing so he unwittingly sparks Iago’s deep-seated hatred into terrifying life and sets in motion a horrendous spiral of vengeance and destruction that sweeps away everyone before...
Easter Eggcitement at The American Museum
Search the garden for ten brightly decorated bird tables, each home to a numbered Easter egg. Find them all, complete your trail sheet and collect a prize. On Easter Sunday, there will be a special garden Easter egg hunt with a collection of Easter eggs hidden across the grounds.
Daffodil Month at The American Museum
Experience the sensational beauty of 70,000 daffodils in bloom with waves of different varieties opening in succession across the gardens, and the grounds around the museum. The New American Garden, designed by US landscape architects Oehme, van Sweden, features 40,000 narcissus alone, in a spectacular display.
Half-term Activities at the American Museum
Jump into the gardens, enjoy American treats in the Deli and try your hand at all kinds of American-inspired crafts and activities in the Coach House as well as a new family trail about America 250 with Charlie the Chipmunk.
America 250 at the American Museum
Marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Throughout the year, the Museum will explore the ideas, events and people behind the American Revolution and reflect on its lasting legacy. From 14 February, there will be new America 250 displays in the Museum, which are part of a special exhibition and trail...