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Searching for Jersey’s Celts
1 March 2023 - 31 December 2026

The world's largest Celtic hoard was discovered in Jersey, this exhibition explores why people might have buried it there.

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La Tèrr’rie d’Jèrri
11 September 2024 - 31 December 2026

Jersey is a special Island. It is tiny – a small dot on the world map. But its size belies the breadth of its unique and varied heritage.

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La Hougue Bie Tour
1 November 2024 - 31 December 2025

Take a tour of La Hougue Bie with one of our volunteer guides.

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Hamptonne Tour
1 January 2025 - 31 December 2025

Take a tour of Hamptonne with one of our volunteer guides.

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Mont Orgueil Tour
1 January 2025 - 31 December 2025

Take a tour of Mont Orgueil Castle with one of our volunteer guides.

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Trade Roots
1 January 2025 - 30 September 2025

A powerful exhibition that examines the evidence of the Island’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade.

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Longhouse Tour and Fire Lighting
1 January 2025 - 31 December 2025

Learn about the Neolithic Longhouse at La Hougue Bie and watch one of our volunteers light a fire using authentic techniques.

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Connection
5 March 2025 - 31 August 2025

More than just art, ‘Connection’ is a tribute to Jersey’s rich history, woven together through an unexpected medium – JT phone cards.

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Francoise Nicolle
1 April 2025 - 28 October 2025

It's 1865 and Francoise Nicolle, her husband, mother and children live at Hamptonne Farm as tenant farmers.

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Medieval Musicians
1 April 2025 - 2 September 2025

Within the towering granite walls of Mont Orgueil Castle, the air hums with the lilting strains of the medieval minstrels.

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Sir Walter Raleigh
1 April 2025 - 16 October 2025

Meet Sir Walter at the Castle and he'll tell you about his adventures at sea.

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Rosel the Bard
2 April 2025 - 15 October 2025

Listen to tales of olde as Rosel’s stories carry you through the ages, invoking the magic and mystery of Jersey’s folklore.

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Master Gunner
2 April 2025 - 26 October 2025

Stand to attention for the Midday Parade and prepare yourself for the resounding bang of the signal gun.

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Bouonnefemme
2 April 2025 - 15 October 2025

Meet Rose Le Brun, the Bouonnefemme at Hamptonne, who will let you in on local secrets and village gossip.

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Beryl Pinel
3 April 2025 - 16 October 2025

Meet Beryl Pinel and hear about life in 1943 when Hamptonne was partially requisitioned by German troops during the Occupation.

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Bonnet Maker
4 April 2025 - 17 October 2025

Enter the Labourer’s Cottage at Hamptonne in the year 1880 and meet Astra the Bonnet Maker, a skilled artisan who brings the craft of Jersey

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Marie Esnouf
7 April 2025 - 13 October 2025

Marie Esnouf’s story is a fascinating yet chilling chapter in the history of Jersey.

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Regimental Surgeon
14 April 2025 - 29 September 2025

Meet Lieutenant Robert Bloodsworth, the Regimental Surgeon's mate of the 95th Regiment of Foot.

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What’s Your School’s Story?
19 April 2025 - 20 December 2025

A series of FREE talks at Jersey Archive.

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Farming after Liberation
1 May 2025 - 31 December 2025

The surprising story of how Hamptonne and other Jersey farms almost collapsed during the Occupation.

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A Day to Remember
1 May 2025 - 31 December 2025

To mark the 80th anniversary of Liberation, immerse yourself in this captivating ten-minute projected film, ‘A Day to Remember’.

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Link Gallery
1 May 2025 - 29 May 2025

The Link Gallery is a small gallery at Jersey Museum where local artists and groups display their work.

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Seeing the Light
1 May 2025 - 31 December 2026

A FREE exhibition inspired by the exceptional properties of the light in Jersey.

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Life after Liberation
2 May 2025 - 31 December 2025

On the 80th anniversary of the Liberation, this special exhibition examines the many challenges and opportunities Jersey faced

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Tudor Falconer
2 May 2025 - 28 September 2025

Climb to the Middle Ward of Mont Orgueil Castle and meet Jean Simon, the Tudor Falconer.

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Language Room
3 May 2025 - 17 May 2025

Step into our language-inspired room, where a specially commissioned Jèrriais soundscape and explore what language means to people.

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Olive Syvret
5 May 2025 - 7 September 2025

Olive Syvret provides a fascinating glimpse into life under the German Occupation during the Second World War

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Time will Tell
5 May 2025 - 10 May 2025

Join us for La fîn du temps f'tha tout vaie' or 'Time Will Tell' - an immersive experience celebrating the Jèrriais language.

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Talk
8 May 2025

Join internationally acclaimed Polish artist Mirosław Bałka, known for his extraordinary sculptural installations, for a talk about his work

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The Legacy of the SS Vega
8 May 2025

Explore how Jersey has transformed from an aid recipient during the Second World War into a force for global humanitarian support.

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Talk German Occupation Records
16 May 2025

Digital Access Manager Harry Le Feuvre will talk about some of the records from the Occupation and Liberation period and how to access them.

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Occupation Treasure Tours
16 May 2025 - 17 May 2025

See behind the scenes at Jersey Archive and discover some of the Occupation treasures that we hold in our Strongrooms.

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Talk Life after Liberation
16 May 2025

As we celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Liberation, this talk will explore the fascinating story of what happened next

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Meet the Collections
17 May 2025 - 13 December 2025

Your chance to see some of the weird, wonderful, and sometimes commonplace, objects that make up our collection.

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Cold War Bunker Tour
17 May 2025

A rare opportunity to tour a Second World War German communications bunker transformed into a Cold War nuclear fallout communications centre

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Talk Writing for Liberation
17 May 2025

Hear Occupation historian Mark Lamerton explaining the reasons for researching and writing about the Liberation of the Channel Islands.

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Summer Night Sessions at Mont Orgueil Castle
23 May 2025 - 21 August 2025

Join us for a ‘Summer Nights Session’ experience and see Mont Orgueil Castle in a completely different light.

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Liberation Creation Station!
27 May 2025 - 30 May 2025

This May half term, head to the ‘Liberation Creation Station’ at Jersey Museum for four days of FREE family-friendly creative activities.

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Early Years Learning
28 May 2025 - 16 July 2025

Designed especially for JH Members and their little explorers (aged 3-5 years old)

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Blowing against the Wind
2 June 2025 - 26 September 2025

Flag Trail at Elizabeth Castle

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Lunchtime Learning
10 June 2025

Are you a Jersey Heritage Member, who'd like to learn more but pressed for time?

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Winter the Serf
17 June 2025 - 28 August 2025

Winter the Serf is a medieval figure both humble and cunning. As you step into his shoes, you'll discover the life of a serf in Mont Orgueil

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Force 135
22 June 2025 - 7 September 2025

Step back to May 1945, when Jersey was liberated after five years of German Occupation.

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Discovery Days
28 June 2025 - 13 December 2025

Discover the Island's best stories for FREE with some creative family fun.

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Creative Summer
21 July 2025 - 28 August 2025

Explore, Create and Collaborate this Summer with Jersey Heritage!

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Victorian Blacksmith
22 July 2025 - 2 September 2025

Meet the Victorian Blacksmith at Hamptonne

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Mary Le Brun
1 August 2025 - 29 August 2025

It is 1797 and Islander Mary Le Brun is visiting La Hougue Bie join Mary and be transported back to a time of intrigue and mystery.

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Liberation 80

This May, discover the story of Liberation

Enjoy free talks, tours, walks and events. See our brand-new exhibition ' Life After Liberation' and meet some characters from the 1940s.

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