Articles about 'University of Cambridge Museums'

University of Cambridge museums are among those highlighted as examples of best practice in a new report focusing on the outstanding contributions made by the University Museums Group UK.

Five works by Stanley Spencer (1891-1959) have been accepted in lieu of inheritance tax and allocated to the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge. They include one of his most significant early paintings and two preliminary sketches documenting his experiences of World War I. The works were acquired through HM Government’s acceptance in lieu scheme with additional support from the Art Fund, The V&A Purchase Grant Fund and the Friends of the Fitzwilliam.

An online exhibition at the Fitzwilliam Museum explores the narratives contained in eight samplers made by school girls from poor backgrounds in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Rain or shine, the programme of activities for Summer at the Museums continues unabated. With plenty of interesting and fun activities for the whole family across twelve museum and cultural venues around Cambridge and beyond, it’s the best way to avoid the wet summer blues.