These bright wooden figures come from the toy centre of the world in the 19th century: Germany.
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Museum news and events
Summer learning fun with the Holst Museum
New! Summer learning activities, including symbol-supported SEN instructions
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Object of the Week
This pretty ceramic cow adorns a Victorian air freshener - find out more here.
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Object of the Week
Victorian beauty aids or torture implements? Maybe a little of both! Find out more here.
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Object of the Week
What connects Holst with the film "Brief Encounter"? Find out here.
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Object of the Week
Two vacuum cleaners on display at the Museum. Were they really "labour-saving" devices?
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“I Vow To Thee, My Country” – a new recording
"I Vow To Thee, My Country" featuring Holst's piano, Museum volunteers & pupils of Cheltenham Prep
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Object of the Week
"Babes in the Wood" by E. Nesbit, published in 1896. Could Holst have known the author?
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Robin A. Smith plays Holst’s piano
A rare opportunity to hear Holst's piano being played - all in support of our fundraising campaign
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Object of the Week
A selection of irons from the Victorian period. Can you work out what they are all for?
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