Busy time at Museum

Halloween comes under the spotlight at Powysland Museum on October 30 with crafts and activities including spiders, witches and black cats.

This is a drop-in session with activities available between 11.30am and 2pm aimed at children age 3 and above.  Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

The cost is £3 per child and booking is advisable as the session is limited to 12 children.  Please book a place on 01938 554656.

Meanwhile the “World War 1: The War To End All Wars” exhibition will be continuing until December 22 exploring various aspects including: The men of Montgomeryshire in 2014;  War Propaganda in 2015; The Trenches in 2016 and The Home Front in 2017.

The displays include the museum’s own collection of memorabilia and objects from World War 1 and objects and collections borrowed from local people along with hitherto hidden stories about local men and women, who took part or were affected by the First World War.

Opening hours: Weekdays (except Wednesday) 11am-1pm and 2-5pm & Saturdays 11am-2pm