Lincoln Festival of History: Victorian Zone
Join the museum as they explore the region’s contributions to Victorian society, celebrate our shared identity and encourage a deeper appreciation for our historical achievements as part of the Lincoln Festival of History.
On Saturday 4 May, a cast of curious characters will bring the museum to life:
In the kitchen, meet the maid, catch a whiff of historical recipes and be baffled by the unusual kitchen implements she uses daily.
The stern gaze of Mr Liberty, the School Master, awaits you in the Victorian schoolroom.
Witness the clattering of a 1857 printing press as Mr Black stamps out his stories.
Meet Mystic Maxine, the resident Victorian physic, a popular Victorian pastime.
In the pharmacy, Mrs Cheshire will be blending traditional remedies and explaining emerging scientific advancements, reflecting the era’s evolving understanding of medicine and healthcare.
The Victorian solider in his meticulous uniform will highlight Lincolnshire's heroic military past.
All the above will be underscored and enhanced by the haunting melodies of the Victorian harmonium street musician.
The excitement continues on Sunday and Monday, when visitors can enjoy hands-on experiences, captivating demonstrations, and a chance to delve into Lincolnshire's rich history. Don't miss this unique opportunity to journey through time and make memories with your family.
Cafe / Tea Room
Guided Tours
Parking
Accessible
Toilets
Baby Facilities
Gift Shop
Groups Welcome
Coach Parking
opening times
entry & prices
more information
Museum of Lincolnshire Life
Burton Road
Lincoln
LN1 3LY
www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/museumoflincolnshirelife
Email: lincolnshirelife_museum@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Tel: 01522 782 040
More About The Venue
Museum of Lincolnshire Life
Dog Days at Easton Walled Gardens
Old Bolingbroke Through our Eyes & Imaginations
Doddington Then & Now – A Photographic History
CONFLUENCE – An Art Exhibition by Creative Lincs
Spring Bulb Pageant at Doddington Hall
Family Crafts at Belton Estate
Valentine’s Afternoon Tea at The Lincoln Hotel
Snowdrop Season at Easton Walled Gardens
South Ormsby Estate Snowdrop Walks
Elsham Hall Gardens Snowdrop Week
Waterstones Children’s Book Festival, Lincoln
Murder Mystery – Love Deadly Affair
Snowdrop and Cake Guided Walk, Gunby Hall
Valentine’s Dinner at Doddington Hall
Love is in the Air – Valentine’s Dinner at The Barn Hotel
Daily Garden Tours at Burghley House
Family Snowdrop Planting at Burghley House
Step Into Victorian History at Lincoln Castle
Art School in a Trail at the Usher Gallery
Springfields Antique & Collectors Fair
Animal Activity Workshop at Downtown Boston
Dinosaur Roar! at Museum of Lincolnshire Life
Wilder Doddington Campfire Cookout
Frequency – Festival of Light, Play & Discovery
Dusk Discoveries at Wilder Doddington
Give your Heart the Love it Deserves
Murder Mystery Evening – Deadly Prose
Piano Legends: Forever Elton and Joel
Doddington Hall Uniform Collection Guided Tour
National Lottery Open Week at Gunby Hall
Wedding Fair at The Lincoln Hotel
Murder Mystery – My Big Fat Gypsy Murder
Spring Bird Walk at South Ormsby Estate
Spring Bird Walk at South Ormsby Estate
Murder Mystery Evening – Dead Man’s Bluff
Spring Birdwatch at Doddington Hall
Arthur Swallow Antiques & Home Show
Easter Adventures at Gunby Hall
Beastly Boring Tours at Burghley House
Easter Adventures at Tattershall Castle
Gunby Local Makers Market at Gunby Hall
The Burghley Easter Egg Treasure Hunt
Bardney Manor Walled Gardens Open Days
Bardney Manor Walled Garden Open Day
Crafter’s De-Stash at Walled Garden Baumber
Arts & Crafts Fair at Walled Garden Baumber
Burghley Spring Fine Food Market
Truckfest at Lincolnshire Showground
Dawn Walk in the Gardens at Burghley House
Lincolnshire Makers Spring Artisan Market
Doddington Dawn Chorus Birdwatch
WOW That’s What I Call A Weekend! at Tattershall Lakes Country Park
Lincolnshire Wolds Outdoor Festival
Vintage Festival & 200 Year Celebration at Walled Garden Baumber
Steampunk, Regency and Roses at Gunby Hall
Rock the Lakes at Tattershall Lakes Country Park
Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark – TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle
Big 3 Wilder Safari at Doddington
Pete Tong – TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle
Paul Weller – TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle
McFLY – TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle
Rose Tour, Talk & Tea in the Gardens
Alex James’ Britpop Classical – TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle
Madness – TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle
SOLD OUT Billy Ocean – TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle
Tom Grennan – TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle
Easton Walled Gardens Sweet Pea Season
Rick Astley – TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle
Deacon Blue – TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle
Bowling For Soup + Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls – TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle
David Gray: TK Maxx presents Live at Lincoln Castle
Y2K at Tattershall Lakes Country Park
Belvoir Castle Flower & Garden Show
Battle Proms Concert at Burghley House
Living History Display at Burghley House
Classic Ibiza at Burghley House
National Garden Scheme Day and Makers Market at Gunby Hall
Sounds of the 40s in the Gardens at Burghley House
Jazz in the Gardens at Burghley House
Stourton Woods Summer Artisan Market
Burghley Summer Fine Food Market
Medieval Weekend at Tattershall Castle
Defender Horse Trials at Burghley House
78RPM Vintage & Retro Weekend at Tattershall Lakes Country Park
Stourton Woods Food & Drink Fayre
Heritage Open Days at Gunby Hall
31 Days of Halloween at Tattershall Lakes Country Park
things to do in the area
International Bomber Command Centre
Lincoln Visitor Information Centre
Bardney Woods & Wetlands Birdwatching
Lincoln & Witham Landscape Recovery
Lincoln Medieval Bishops’ Palace
The Authentic Bierkeller Lincoln
Whisby Nature Park Birdwatching
Woodhall Spa Airfield Nature Reserve
Catkin Flowers Nature Connectedness Workshops
Giant Lincoln Bike Shop at Doddington Hall
Historic Lincoln & Surrounding Area
Lincolnshire Road Transport Museum