When Thomas Dimsey opened the first Lancasterian School here, there was no Government involvement in the education of poor children from the working classes. In the early years of the 20th century, Masters Thomas Pengelly and William Corbett
were part of a state system: they saw responsibility for the School transferred to Hertfordshire County Council.
Seven Masters successively dedicated themselves to the education of young children. They saw the British Schools' site grow dramatically as new classrooms were built.
They coped with changes - and school inspections - which Government imposed upon them. Their stories are told in this exhibition which will be open until August 31.
A new book: "Educating Our Own - the Masters of the Boys' British School" was published in April 2008.
Regular opening hours are: Tues.10am-4pm,
Sat.10am-1pm, Sun.2pm-5pm. Entrance fee payable.
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Heritage events - July
Sat, 05 Jul 2008 10:00 ‑ 13:00
Event:
EXHIBITION: THE MASTERS OF THE BOYS' BRITISH SCHOOL 1810-1929
Venue: British Schools Museum, Queen Street, Hitchin SG4 9TS
The contact is : British Schools Museum
Daytime tel : 01462 420144
email : admin@hitchinbritishschools.org.uk
Daytime tel : 01462 420144
email : admin@hitchinbritishschools.org.uk
Tue, 08 Jul 2008 12:30 ‑ 13:30
Event:
Lunchtime Tea and a Talk
Venue: British Schools Museum, Queen Street, Hitchin, SG4 9TS.
On the second Tuesday of each month you are invited to a talk. This month there is another opportunity for you to learn all about the head master's house from Sheila Graham.
Bring your own sandwiches or buy some from our cafe.
Admission £3:50 including a cup of tea or coffee.
Bring your own sandwiches or buy some from our cafe.
Admission £3:50 including a cup of tea or coffee.
The contact is : British Schools Museum, Hitchin
Daytime tel : 01462 420144
email : admin@hitchinbritishschools.org.uk
Daytime tel : 01462 420144
email : admin@hitchinbritishschools.org.uk
Tue, 08 Jul 2008 20:00 ‑ 21:30
Event:
Steam and Sweat Talk
Venue: Hitchin Museum & Art Gallery
Talk by Derek Wheeler on Victorian Fire Fighting. Part of Hitchin Festival. Please book through the Hitchin Initiative. £4 per ticket.
Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:30 ‑ 21:00
Event:
Yards and Alleys Walk
Venue: Hitchin Museum & Art Gallery
Walk from Hitchin Museum led by David Hodges. Part of the Hitchin Festival. Please Book through the Hitchin Initiative. £4
Sat, 12 Jul 2008 10:00 ‑ 17:00
Event:
Game, Set & Match
Venue: Hitchin Museum & Art Gallery
12th July - 30th August Discover sporting Hitchin ; the hits and misses, the firsts and the Olympians. Lots to find out and plenty of things to do. Free to visit.
Sat, 12 Jul 2008 11:00 ‑ 15:00
Event:
Hitchin Lavender Day
Venue: Hitchin Museum & Art Gallery
Make lavender shampoo and lavender water. See lavender oil being distilled, meet a Tudor Apothecary, buy lavender products produced in Hitchin and have a tour of the Physic Garden and the Victorian Pharmacy. Free to visit.
Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:30 ‑ 21:00
Event:
The Shape of Women Talk
Venue: Hitchin Museum & Art Gallery
A talk on the Museum's extensive costume collection by Jenny Oxley. Part of the Hitchin Festival. Please book through the Hitchin Initiative. £4 per ticket.
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:00 ‑ 21:30
Event:
Historic Recipes
Venue: Hitchin Museum & Art Gallery
For this year's Miss Lewis Memorial lecture, Maya Pieris, will talk about her research and production of historic recipes from Roman to Victorian times. Part of the Hitchin Festival. Please book through the Hitchin Initiative. £4 per ticket.
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 19:30 ‑ 21:00
Event:
Evening of Edwardian Entertainment
Venue: Hitchin Museum & Art Gallery
Magic lantern show, music from the Polyphon, readings, film and more! Tea and coffee provided. Part of the Hitchin Festival. Please book in advance through the Hithin Initiative. £5 per ticket.
Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:30 ‑ 15:00
Event:
Toddlers Afternoon : Seaside Collage
Venue: Hitchin Museum & Art Gallery
Fun for the under 5's and their carers. Toys and games to play with and always something new to make and take home. Free Admission.
Thu, 17 Jul 2008 19:30 ‑ 21:00
Event:
Yards and Alleys Walk
Venue: Hitchin Museum & Art Gallery
Walk from Hitchin Museum led by David Hodges. Part of the Hitchin Festival. Please book through the Hitchin Initiative. £4 per ticket
Sun, 27 Jul 2008 14:30
Event:
Sunday with the Family
Venue: British Schools Museum, Queen Street, Hitchin SG4 9TS
On the last Sunday in the month there are events specifically for families to enjoy together.
This month: Poetry for All: from Page to Performance. Anne Cunningham will bring out your creative genius!
Normal admission times and charges apply
The contact is : . British Schools Museum, Queen Street, Hitchin
Daytime tel : 01462 420144
email : admin@hitchinbritishschools.org.uk
Daytime tel : 01462 420144
email : admin@hitchinbritishschools.org.uk
Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:00 ‑ 12:00
Event:
Maypole Dancing Workshop
Venue: British Schools Museum, Queen Street, Hitchin SG4 9TS
For children aged from 7 years old. Cost: £2.50 to include light refreshments. Numbers are limited so please book in advance. see our website at: www.hitchinbritishschools.org.uk
The contact is : British Schools Museum, QueenStreet, Hitchin.
Daytime tel : 01462 420144
Daytime tel : 01462 420144
Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:00 ‑ 16:00
Event:
Sports Fun Drop-in Session
Venue: Hitchin Museum & Art Gallery
10-12 noon or 2-4pmDesign a sports kit. Craft activity to accompany our current sports exhibition, Game, Set & Match. £2 for materials.
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