The Life and Times of Merlin
Joseph Merlin, who is credited with creating the mechanism that endows such lifelike grace to the Silver Swan, was a
Joseph Merlin, who is credited with creating the mechanism that endows such lifelike grace to the Silver Swan, was a
Val Scully is a writer, researcher, and a Friend of the Bowes. She has published books and historical novels, such
Come and join us for a musical cream tea event at The Museum. The Community Choir have been welcoming singers of
A Georgian country house ( currently owned by the Marquess of Zetland) with parkland attributed to Capability Brown. The Hall
Join Judith Phillips, the museum’s honorary archivist, for a ‘visit’ to the Paris Joséphine and John knew – the streets,
The Big Thank You – as a member of The Friends of The Bowes Museum you are cordially invited to
Friday 9th December 6.30pm reception, 7pm concert starts The Friends are delighted to welcome back to the Museum our musical
Speaker – The Hon Gerald Turton – The Shorthorns in the Local Economy. Talk and introduction by Dennis Craig President
Talk by Mr Keith Gunning on Thomas Bewick, the naturalist and wood engraver, born Cherryburn (National Trust) Northumberland: Refreshments on
Thornton Hall was built around 1550 (although there is no authentic account in the various histories of the exact date)