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Bedford in WWII with Bedford Guided Walks
The Higgins Bedford

Bedford in WWII with Bedford Guided Walks

A walk that reveals the way of life in Bedford and some of the little-known facts about the role it played during World War II. Learn how Bedford became the main hub of the BBC during the war and how it also became a centre of wartime entertainment. Discover a ‘secret’ Bedford and the connections of the town to the code breakers at Bletchley park.  

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Cultural Roots Sound System Museum Discovery Day
The Higgins Bedford

Cultural Roots Sound System Museum Discovery Day

Head to The Higgins for lots of fun activities throughout the day exploring the themes from the Cultural Roots Sound System Museum display. The day will include demonstrations of sound system equipment, a discussion panel, with special guests, and sounds from across the decades.

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Edward Bawden & Me
The Higgins Bedford

Edward Bawden & Me

The Higgins Art Gallery & Museum continues to celebrate the work of Edward Bawden (1903-1989), with some of the biggest names in British art, illustration, ceramics and textiles coming together in this eclectic exhibition.

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Edward Bawden & Me
The Higgins Bedford

Edward Bawden & Me

The Higgins Art Gallery & Museum continues to celebrate the work of Edward Bawden (1903-1989), with some of the biggest names in British art, illustration, ceramics and textiles coming together in this eclectic exhibition.

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Edward Bawden & Circus of Illustration
The Higgins Bedford

Edward Bawden & Circus of Illustration

As part of the ‘Edward Bawden & Me’ celebrations, The Higgins Bedford asked the Circus of Illustration, a collective of Bedford based artists, to commission new illustrations inspired by the Edward Bawden Archive.

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Edward Bawden & Me Exhibition Tour
The Higgins Bedford

Edward Bawden & Me Exhibition Tour

Until 13th October 2024, the biggest names in British art, illustration, ceramics and textiles come together in this eclectic exhibition at The Higgins Art Gallery & Museum in celebration of the work of designer Edward Bawden. Join the Keeper of Fine and Decorative Art for a half hour tour of some of the highlights of Edward Bawden & Me.

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