In this modern attractive space the museum holds a regular
programme of exhibitions. Any individuals and small groups
who are interested in holding exhibitions here should
contact the Curator.
Two large objects occupy the space at one end. The staircase
is from Bampton House (built c.1749) which was demolished to
build the shopping precinct Market Walk. The barrel piano
plays popular tunes from around 1900 and if you ask the
attendants they will play it for you.
Salvation
Army collecting in 1905.
Mr.Wm.May (later Police Constable) winding the barrel-piano which is now in this museum
In the corner of the gallery by the Bampton staircase is a small
permanent exhibition of the tragic crash of a R.A.F. Canberra
bomber in the Grand Western Canal in 1961. It includes items
recovered during recent dredging.
