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A special party commemorating Independence Day as part of the Museum’s America 250 programme, marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Visitors can visit the collections in the Manor House, follow the America 250 trail, see the Declaration of Independence, and explore the children's play area, woodland walk and parkland meadows.

It's also the opening weekend of the 'Circus of Curiosities' exhibition, and the grounds will also host a series of ticketed evening concerts (3–5 July), celebrating American culture with a special focus on jazz.

Live music

Country line dancing by Blazing Saddles, 12.15–12.55pm and 1.30–2.10pm

The Stain Dollz, 2.30–2.50pm, and 3.40–4pm

Plus:

• KidzFun zone, circus skills activities and lawn games all day
• American inspired BBQ with vegan option
• Coffee and ice cream cart

Tickets

Adult    £17.00*
Child (5–17 years)    £10.00*
Under 5s    Free
Student    £14.00*
2 Adult Family
(2 adults and up to 3 children)    £42.00*

Visitors can enjoy special £2.50 admission on weekdays when the Museum is open throughout July (1–3, 7–10, 14–17, 21–24 and 27–31 July 2026).