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CHANGE MAKERS SEASON

A special season of events, exhibitions and more.

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COLONIAL MONEY IN AFRICA

Discover how colonialism brought ‘modern’ coins and banknotes to Africa, and disrupted traditional monetary...

Discover how colonialism brought ‘modern’ coins and banknotes to Africa, and disrupted traditional monetary systems.

Tue 15 Oct, 3–4pm

Online only

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CHANGING TIDES: COLD WAX AND OILS WORKSHOP

In this one-day workshop with Kieran Stiles, learn how to create the effect of light shimmering on water with the...

In this one-day workshop with Kieran Stiles, learn how to create the effect of light shimmering on water with the use of cold wax and oils.

Thu 17 Oct, 10.30am–4pm

At the Museum

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AFTER THE IMPRESSIONISTS TALK 1: CÉZANNE

The Impressionist movement liberated artists from the conventions of the past. Cezanne whose work grew out of Impressionism...

The Impressionist movement liberated artists from the conventions of the past. Cezanne whose work grew out of Impressionism is the subject of our first talk on Impressionists as change...

The Impressionist movement liberated artists from the conventions of the past. Cezanne whose work grew out of Impressionism is the subject of our first talk on Impressionists as change makers.

Sat 19 Oct, 11am–12pm

At the Museum and Online

TOUR

CHANGE MAKERS TOURS 21 OCT 2024

Explore political, social and religious change across time and cultures on this Museum tour of key objects in the...

Explore political, social and religious change across time and cultures on this Museum tour of key objects in the collection, available on various dates.

21 Oct, 3 Nov & Sat 9 Nov, 2–3pm OR 3.30–4.30pm

At the Museum

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COINAGE IN 7TH-CENTURY ENGLAND TALK

Anglo-Saxon coins were objects filled with meaning and symbolism. Discover their important role in the huge changes...

Anglo-Saxon coins were objects filled with meaning and symbolism. Discover their important role in the huge changes witnessed in 7th-century England.

Mon 21 Oct, 2–3pm

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AFTER 1177 BC: ERIC H. CLINE AUTHOR TALK

In his talk, author Eric Cline, explores the aftermath of the Bronze Age collapse and the rise of new civilisations...

In his talk, author Eric Cline, explores the aftermath of the Bronze Age collapse and the rise of new civilisations in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean.

Tue 22 Oct, 2–3pm

Online only

TALK

ASHMOLEAN NOW: BETTINA VON ZWEHL IN CONVERSATION

Artist Bettina von Zwehl will discuss her Ashmolean exhibition, The Flood, with Katy Barron, Photo Oxford's...

Artist Bettina von Zwehl will discuss her Ashmolean exhibition, The Flood, with Katy Barron, Photo Oxford's director.

Fri 25 Oct, 2–3pm

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MEMBERS' CAST GALLERY TOUR

A tour of the Cast Gallery's highlights with Professor Bert Smith.

Mon 28 Oct, 3–4pm

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WORKSHOP

CREATING A KEEPSAKE WORKSHOP

In this half-day workshop you'll learn how to create and decorate an Islamic art-themed writing keepsake set...

In this half-day workshop you'll learn how to create and decorate an Islamic art-themed writing keepsake set with a variety of materials.

Sat 2 Nov, 10.30am–1pm & 2–4.30pm

At the Museum

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A ROYAL PORTRAIT IN MINIATURE

Martin Jennings explains the creative process behind modelling King Charles III's head for the new coinag...

Martin Jennings explains the creative process behind modelling King Charles III's head for the new coinage.

Sat 2 Nov, 11am–12pm

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THE CHINESE CLOTH BANKNOTE TALK

Discover the intriguing story of the 1930s Chinese banknotes made from cloth, that became so important in the history...

Discover the intriguing story of the 1930s Chinese banknotes made from cloth, that became so important in the history of art and design in China as a symbol of socialism.

Sat 2 Nov, 2–3pm

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TOUR

CHANGE MAKERS TOURS 3 NOV 2024

Explore political, social and religious change across time and cultures on this Museum tour of key objects in the...

Explore political, social and religious change across time and cultures on this Museum tour of key objects in the collection, available on various dates.

21 Oct, 3 Nov & Sat 9 Nov, 2–3pm OR 3.30–4.30pm

At the Museum

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ASHMOLEAN ADVENTURE

A fun interactive family experience through the galleries. Book ahead for your October half-term visit.

AUDIO TOUR

MYTHS & REALITY AUDIO TOUR

Download our audio tour and enjoy tales of myths and legends with Dr Janina Ramirez. Suitable for ages 12+.

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TODDLER TIME

Get involved in our exciting season of toddler activities.

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FREE FAMILY TOURS

Join a tour of the Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece or Modern Art galleries with stories and crafts.

FRA ANGELICO'S 'THE CRUCIFIXION'

The Ashmolean is raising funds to purchase a painting of the crucifixion by the Italian Renaissance Master Fra Angelico.

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SIMPLE PLEASURES: LI JIN WITH ROGER LAW

This exhibition shows work by the contemporary Chinese ink master with drawings and ceramic work by the British caricaturist Roger Law.

KABUKI LEGENDS PART TWO

Japanese artist Takahashi Hiromitsu creates dynamic, colourful prints showing exciting moments in kabuki, a traditional form of dance-drama. This is the second show in a two-part exhibition of his works.

DEMON, MOTHER, MAKER OF KINGS

In this display, discover a group of female divinities from the ancient world who offer a glimpse into their many surprising forms of power, from motherhood and love to violent authority.

WIN AN OXFORD CITY BREAK

To mark our Money Talks exhibition, you could win a city break for two in Oxford at the Old Bank Hotel and enjoy dinner at one of The Oxford Collection's restaurants.

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THE CHANGING FACES OF MONEY

The heads of kings and queens and the figures of gods and goddesses have graced our coins and currency since ancient times. Delve into this fascinating aspect of money.

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TERRIBLE TALES

Uncover the spookiest stories and creepiest objects from our collections as we scuttle into the month of Halloween.

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AUTUMNAL SCENES

Celebrate the changing season with some of our favourite autumn-inspired scenes and objects in the Ashmolean collections.

A pair of hands hold an ancient stone Sumerian statue

6 EPISODES

FINGERPRINTS

Uncover the invisible fingerprints left behind by makers, looters, archaeologists, soldiers, rulers, curators, and more. These stories of touch also reveal how forces of conflict and colonialism have shaped the Museum.

25 BITE-SIZED TALES

MUSEUM SECRETS

Our curators have been recording bite-sized tales of the wonderful, and sometimes unexpected, life of a museum. Explore time & asparagus, symbols of hope in challenging times, Ancient Greek manscaping, and more!

6 AUDIO ADVENTURES

OBJECTS OUT LOUD

From Uccello’s spine-tingling painting The Hunt in the Forest to poems woven into Japanese prints, this short series delves into the poetry and literature hidden in the collections.

ONLINE COLLECTIONS

Discover thousands of objects and artworks Take a journey through thousands of years of art and history with our online collection. There are currently more than 200,000 objects available to search and browse online.