Epping Forest District Museum in Waltham Abbey tells the story of people who have lived and worked in this part of West Essex from the earliest inhabitants to the present. The Museum is housed in a building dating back to 1520, and includes Archeology, Tudor and Victorian galleries. There is a varied programme of temporary exhibitions. The Museum offers something for all the family, with plenty of gallery trails and hands-on activities for kids.
For more information on exhibitions and events visit www.eppingforestdistrictmuseum.org.uk or phone 01992 716 882
WW2 RESOURCES
The Museum has a large collection of artefacts, photographs, newspapers and oral history recordings related to the Second World War in Epping Forest District. Researchers are welcome to consult the archive by appointment only.
For schools : sessions in the Museum or at your school on a range of topics or hire a topic box on World War Two or North Weald Airfield.
VISITOR INFORMATION: Epping Forest District Museum, 39-41 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1EL
PHONE 01992 716 882
Entry to the Museum is FREE
OPENING HOURS Monday 2pm - 5pm, Tuesday 12noon - 5pm, Friday 2pm - 5pm, Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 2pm - 5pm (only from May to September)
Recommended story
Story with photo