Hubert von Herkomer
Herkomer Room
Permanent display
The life, work and castle of Sir Hubert von Herkomer RA, also his School of Art, and including some of his most notable paintings.
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Current Exhibitions
Creature Feature
Council Chamber
Until 3rd January 2027
This brings together a selection of paintings, illustrations and other artworks, all by Bushey artists, that represent a variety of animal and bird life, domestic and wild. More
Bushey Artist - Anthony Wildig
Anne Blessley Gallery
From 17th October 2026 to April 2027
Anthony's work as antique furniture restorer and cabinet maker has kept him busy. Painting has always been a part of his life and time has shown watercolour to be his preferred medium. An interest in architecture and a love for the wide variety of landscapes found throughout Britain has been the inspiration for much of his work. Visits to Cornwall and the Outer Hebrides, both remote and barren places, have had great appeal.
This exhibition will show paintings going back over a period of time - some from the Bushey Museum Trust collection, others on loan - as well as his most recent work. A selection of his paintings are available for sale - so this will largely be a selling exhibition!!
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St Hilda's School Exhibition
Jubilee Room
From 2nd September
When St Hilda's School closed last year the Museum was entrusted with the school's archive material. We will show some of the photographs and items of interest as we explore the origins of the house, the life of the School and its founder Miss Violet Curry ,who shaped the school from the beginning. Our Exhibition reflects her love of nature and the importance she gave to lessons outside the classroom, which continued at St Hilda's until it closed. We have her extraordinary personal journals which are beautifully illustrated with watercolour pictures of the natural world. We will be telling stories of the man who built the original house and the famous people who have been linked to the school. This is an opportunity to see how the school began and evolved over time. Click here to see the poster full size.
Local History
Local History Galleries
Permanent display
A comprehensive display of local Bushey pottery and industry artefacts including police, fire brigade and schools.
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