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Extraordinary Women

Saturday 6 October, 10.30am-4pm Free Workshop

Join us on Saturday 6 October to celebrate the lives of remarkable women. Drop-in anytime between 10.30am-4pm to get creative and design your own rosette dedicated to a woman who inspires you. She could be a historical figure, community leader or a close friend. Why not add your rosette to our display to inspire the next generation of inspirational women?

After the workshop enjoy time exploring our new Museum with an audio guide highlighting the lives of Methodist women from the eighteenth century. Museum entry charges apply, concession tickets available.

In association with Fun Palaces and Vote 100.  Fun Palaces promote community at the heart of culture.  Vote 100 celebrates 100 years of women’s suffrage.

 

John Wesley's New Room

John Wesley’s New Room is a heritage site in the heart of Bristol. It houses a museum, library, café, events and hire space. It is home to the original 18th century chapel that started the Methodist movement.

It also houses an award-winning Café and a vast reference Library. John Wesley’s New Room hosts a range of art, music and family events and is also available to hire.

Explore the Museum of John & Charles Wesley’s life and work in Bristol.

John Wesley’s New Room is the oldest Methodist building in the world, located right in the heart of Bristol city centre. Founded in 1739 by John Wesley, the New Room became the cradle of the worldwide Methodist movement.

This is the place that completes the story of Bristol. This is the Room that changed the World.

It is a place where everyone is welcome to explore, step back, take time, reconnect and recharge.

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