What’s On at Wareham Town Museum
What’s On at Wareham Town Museum This Autumn
Looking for what’s on at Wareham Town Museum this summer? From fascinating archaeological talks to hands-on family fun and exciting new exhibits, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Coastal Change Event in Wareham: Young People in Wareham
For those aged 16–25, Coasts in Mind is hosting an intergenerational workshop in Wareham to explore how the town’s river, quay, and coast have transformed over time — and imagine what the future might hold.
Event Details:
Young People in Wareham Museum: Exploring Coastal Change
Date: Tuesday 14 October 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Wareham Town Hall, Corn Exchange, BH20 4NS
Spaces are limited, and booking is required. Photos, video, and audio recordings will be taken during the event. The venue is wheelchair accessible with ground-floor access from North Street. If you can’t attend after booking, your spot will be offered to someone else.
Book tickets now : https://www.tickettailor.com/events/molamuseumoflondonarchaeology
🎃 Wareham Pumpkin Trail 🎃
Hosted by Wareham Town Museum & Wareham Town Council
Get ready for some spooktacular fun this Halloween! From Saturday 25th October to Friday 31st October, families are invited to join the Wareham Pumpkin Trail — a free, family-friendly event with a fun historical twist.
Follow the trail of pumpkins through Wareham High Street and uncover a few secrets from the town’s fascinating past along the way!
Here’s how it works:
- Spot the pumpkins hiding in local shop windows.
- Pick up your trail sheet from Wareham Town Museum to get started.
- Each pumpkin reveals a fun fact or spooky story from Wareham’s history.
- Complete the trail and return to the museum to collect a treat!
Bonus Treat:
The first 30 children to finish the trail will receive a special spooky goody bag!
Don’t miss this chance to explore Wareham, learn a little local lore, and enjoy a frightfully good time!
New Temporary Display for Halloween!
Spooky Object Handling at Wareham Library!
Opening Hours & Visitor Info:
Open Monday Friday 10 am – 4 pm and Saturday 11 am – 4 pm. Closed Sunday
For full details about your visit, including opening times and accessibility, please visit the Wareham Town Museum website.
Wareham Town Museum, East Street, Wareham BH20 4NS
Don’t miss what’s on at Wareham Town Museum this season — a perfect mix of education, discovery, and fun for all ages!
Find more Wareham events on our Visit Purbeck What’s On Guide.
