Welcome to Erasmus Darwin House

frontage.jpgOpening times for Visitors

From 1st April 2010-31st October 2010:

  • Monday closed
  • Tuesday to Sunday: 11 to 5pm
    last admission to the house 4.15pm
  • Admission: £3.00 adult, £2.00 Concessions
    Children £1.00, Family £6.00
Please be aware that, on occasion, the House may be closed to visitors when special functions are being held. If you are travelling from a distance please call beforehand to check opening times.

There are two visitor entrances. From Beacon Street, go through the green gatese on the right-hand side of the House. Or from the Close, go through a passage way opposite the west front of the Cathedral and then through the herb garden. Both routes will bring you to a door at the rear of the House, where a member of our volunteer staff will welcome you.

Take a moment to look round the maturing herb garden at the rear, and enjoy the recognisable culinary smells of this secluded spot in this ancient part of the City.

All public parts of the building have wheelchair access and comfort facilities for less mobile people.

STOP PRESS- JOB OPPORTUNITY! Check out the details to join our small team caring for the House.

Portrait unveiling

On Friday 25th June Erasmus Darwin House hosted an event in the presence of THREE Darwin descendants! They were unveiling a portrait of Elizabeth Darwin-Erasmus’ mother which will now hang in the Lunar Room at the House.Those attending were treated to a short talk from Christopher Darwin and a poetry reading from Stuart Harris.

We thank all those involved for making it a memorable day.

Wacky Wednesdays- book now for our popular sessions-every Wednesday in August a fun themed activity-Space and Travel, Beads,Buttons and Braiding, Fossils and Flowers and Portraits. For more details ring Tracy or Vanessa at the Office

Watch out for exciting new Family Activities! We are currently putting together a programme to include Toddlers@ Erasmus Darwin House (TEDs) for the 2-4yrs olds and Science on Saturdays- a monthly Saturday morning termtime session for 7-11year olds. Contact Office for details and to reserve a place.

Education News!

We can offer some FREE drama workshops to schools in October 2010.

Fired Up Theatre are offering half day drama workshops for Y5 groups(All South Staffordshire schools eligible) October 4th-8th-morning and afternoon sessions.Professional actors and interactive workshops will enhance skills in a wide range of subjects whilst also learning about local history.

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The New Vic Theatre, Stoke on Trent are offering a whole day of drama for Y5 on either October 11th or the 18th-first come first serve! Professional actors explore life in the House in the 18th century

Children will work in small groups. Maximum 30 at each workshop. Contact the Office for further details

Book for the FREE DRAMA workshops and , at the same time, book a school visit to the House for your Y6 at HALF PRICE!

 

 

 

 

 

Contacts

Enquiries to: enquiries@erasmusdarwin.org

ERASMUS DARWIN HOUSE
Beacon Street, Lichfield, Staffordshire   WS13 7AD
Tel: 01543 306260 Fax: 01543 306261

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