The Novium Museum

We're Leaving X 👋 We're stepping away from X, but this isn’t goodbye! You can still connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, where we’ll continue sharing fascinating stories from Chichester's past, behind-the-scenes insights, and exciting updates.

Follow us and stay part of the journey: 📌 Facebook: @TheNovium 📌 Instagram: @noviummuseum 📌 TikTok: @noviummuseum See you there! 👋

We're Leaving X 👋 We're stepping away from X, but this isn’t goodbye! You can still connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, where we’ll continue sharing fascinating stories from Chichester's past, behind-the-scenes insights, and exciting updates.

At the Out & Proud in Chichester exhibition @TheNovium 01/02 - 06/09/25 with my #Bowie montage by @MiaUnderwoodArt

Year 3 have had an amazing time learning about the Stone Age by looking at fascinating artefacts, replicas and pictures. The children have discovered about how life has changed over time and asked some brilliant questions. Thank you @TheNovium

✨Join Chichester's Starlight Trail!✨ On Sat, 23 Nov join us from 2 - 4:30pm, create a star lantern and enjoy Christmas crafts at: 🎨 @thenovium: Reindeer cards ⭐ @pallantgallery: Star garlands 📚 Chichester Library: Festive bookmarks £7.50 per child: buff.ly/3AdSSeH

✨ Shippam’s Blog✨ Our Shippam’s project blog documents the process of our @Ace_national funded project to unlock the advertising archive of Shippam’s. Our latest blog post takes you behind the scenes of our Heritage Open Days event. Read more: buff.ly/4hzruZi

👻 Double, double, toil and jug-ble! 👻 Meet the Bellarmine Jug, aka the original "witch bottle!" 🧙‍♀️ Stuffed with hair, pins, wine, and even urine! 💀 It was buried to keep dark forces at bay 🌿 Found under Sacred Heart Church in Petworth—do you think they still hold power? 👁️

👻🥿 Sole-ly Spooky Secrets 🥿👻 Check out our hidden shoes, tucked away in chimneys, walls and doorways around Chichester! 👠 Were they for luck, protection, or something even creepier? 😱🥿 What were these sneaky shoes hiding from? Or… maybe they’re still protecting us? 👀

🔒 Locked in Time 🔒 Step into the past with our chilling Gaol Door, built in 1783! Covered in graffiti from prisoners long ago, it holds eerie stories of those who were locked behind it. Some never to be freed again... 😱 Stay tuned for more spooky finds! 🎃 #HauntedHistory

👻Spooky Season!👻 Meet our eerie Jack in the Box, dating back to the 1870s! This toy has seen better days, and plenty of play! He no longer springs back into his box... could he be waiting to pop up for one more scare?! 😱 Stay tuned for more spooky treasures! #HauntedHistory

🦕 Build Your Own Dinosaur! 🦖 Join us on 29 Oct for a fun craft session! Create & decorate your own 3D wooden dino—choose from T-rex, Stegosaurus & more! 🦖✨ Sessions at 10am & 11:15am, £5 per child. Book: buff.ly/2HPpmhO #FamilyFun #Chichester

🌟 Quiet Sessions 🌟 Looking for a calmer way to explore our Dinosaurs: Hungry Hatchlings exhibition? Join us on 26 & 31 Oct at 9:30am for a relaxed, sensory-friendly experience. Perfect for those with autism, sensory sensitivities, or dementia. Book: buff.ly/3UmrzFF

🎄 Calling local crafters! 🎄 Join us for our first Indoor Christmas Market on 30 Nov! We’ve got a few stalls left and are looking for local makers of ceramics, jewellery, knitwear, and unique gifts. Want to showcase your work? Email thenovium@chichester.gov.uk to apply!

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Help us to save Chichester's Saxon treasure! Can you help us to raise £9000 needed to save a rare Saxon treasure find, discovered near Stopham? We're crowdfunding to keep this important rare find within Chichester District. Read more: #start" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">crowdfunder.co.uk/p/stophamtreas…

Just a reminder that we're open today from 10am – 4pm! Why not bring the family on an exploration of the world of dinosaurs?! Tickets cost £5 for adults, £3 for children or £14 for a family of up to 5. General museum entry is free. Book online: buff.ly/49iTKdz

Twit-twho’s taken on the Big Hoot so far this summer?! 🦉 We’re on the trail with both a big and small owl! Our owls are only perched here until Sunday, 1 September, so pop along to find R2-wit Twoo and Owlave before they fly away – we’d love to see your pictures! 📷

Recycled Dinosaurs! 🦖 Put recycled material to good use and create your very own fearsome dinosaur this Wednesday, 14 August. £5 per child, limited spaces available. Sessions at 10am and 11.15am. Book now: buff.ly/3WGouC3

Recycled Dinosaurs! 🦕 Put recycled material to good use and create your very own fearsome dinosaur at our summer craft session. ⛱️ On Weds, 14 Aug. £5 per child, limited spaces available. Sessions at 10am and 11.15am. 🎫 Book now: buff.ly/3WGouC3

Twit-twho’s taken on the Big Hoot so far this summer?! We’re on the trail with both a big and small owl! 🦉 Pop along to find R2-wit Twoo and Owlave – we’d love to see your pictures!