Temporary exhibitions

The death and funeral of Oliver Cromwell (exhibition)

5 August - 31 December (normal opening hours)
2008 marks the 350th anniversary of the death of Oliver Cromwell on the 3rd September 1658. When he died he was the Lord Protector, the head of a British Republic. The ceremonial proceedings after his death were closely modeled on those for King James 1st over thirty years earlier. The exhibition will look at what did happen, and how closely Cromwell resembled a monarch after his death, and without his knowledge!


Cromwell Collection Annual Lecture (event)

Wednesday 12 November 7.30

A new assessment of Cromwell's career and legacy will be given by Professor Peter Gaunt, the Chairman of the Cromwell Association, who will give the lecture entitled Oliver Cromwell, in and out of focus. The lecture will take place at Hinchingbrooke House. Tickets are £2.50, on sale from 3rd September at the Museum or the Library.