Museum Events 2026

 

Steamboat & Wherry Experience

Wednesday 23rd September

11am – 2.30pm

We’re teaming up with our friends at the Wherry Yacht Charter to provide a trips on 2 historic vessels.  Climb aboard our steamboat Falcon at the museum, and then travel to How Hill, where you’ll board a wherry for tea and cake.  This unique experience takes 3.5 hours and allows time to relax and enjoy your surroundings at How Hill.
 

Model Boat Day

Sunday 27th September

10am – 4pm

Free with museum admission.

Following the success of our event in May, we’re bringing back Model Boat Day! Discover the history of boating on the Broads in our new display and cinema. Meet model boat owners and see them in action on the river!
Yachts! Cruisers! Fishing boats! Whatever floats your boat, you’re bound to find it here.

Hidden Habitats and Curious Crafts!

Thursday 1st - Thursday 22nd October

10am – 4pm

Free with museum admission.

Explore the museum for hidden habitats. Discover the wildlife who live in them and have a go at making a bug home.

Quiz Night at the Museum

Friday 2nd October

7:30pm
Test your knowledge with a fun evening of friendly competition in the Museum of the Broads. Gather your team, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, and compete for quiz night glory! Bring your own nibbles and pop! Refreshments will also be available to purchase in the museum.
Teams of up to 6
£5.00 per person
Booking essential – phone Phil on 01692 581258.

Meet the Author: Chris Crowther

Saturday 17th October

12 noon

Join us in the Museum Café for a special event with local author Chris Crowther. Chris will be reading from his books, including his latest novel Backwaters, followed by a short talk and a chance to ask questions about his writing.

Afterwards, Chris will be available to meet readers and sign copies of his books, including Watershed, Dead in the Water, The Water Frolic and more.

Chris’s books are available to buy in our museum shop, making this a perfect opportunity to discover a new read, meet the author, and have your copy signed.

'Tall Tales'! Trail and make your own 'Luminous Lantern'!

Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November

10am – 4pm

Free with museum admission.

A ‘Truth or Dare’ Trail! Dare to discover which tales are true and which are false and make your own luminous lantern to light your way home.