Community group sessions

The Oxfordshire Museums Service Learning and Access team has been running object-based sessions with groups of older people since 2004.

During this time, we have built up a wealth of experience, as well as a huge collection of fascinating stories from the people we visit.

How it works

A trained facilitator brings boxes of themed items to your group and helps get the conversation flowing. Museum artefacts, documents, photographs and a range of well-loved objects help to stimulate conversation and allow shared memories, often prompting much laughter.

There are more than 40 themed boxes of objects and photographs on topics such as 'Fun and Games', ‘Sporting Life’, 'Food' and 'Sunday Best'.

We are able to visit independent community groups, supported community groups, assisted living groups and day centres throughout Oxfordshire.

Cost: 

£25 for groups of up to 15 and £35 for groups of 15+. Maximum group size 25

All prices are subject to an annual review.

Session length: 45-60 minutes

More information

Download our Talking Objects catalogue (pdf format, 999 Kb) or complete our online booking form.

Cosy Art sessions

Join one of our creative and welcoming creative sessions at the Oxfordshire Museum. No skill or ability level is required to take part. Everyone is welcome at our friendly instructor led art sessions.

Sessions usually take their inspiration from our exhibition themes, museum collections or the seasons.

Visit our What's on at the Oxfordshire Museum page for our next date or phone the Oxfordshire Museum on 01865 897519.'

If you would like to discuss the services offered by the Learning and Access team in more detail, please contact us