In honour of Mothers Day, Kew Bridge Steam Museum are throwing open their doors for FREE to all mothers (accompanied by a child) on this special day, Sunday 18 March - it’s also FREE entry for children*. Forgot to get Mum a card? – no problem children can enjoy making a special Mother's Day card. Come and explore bizarre and ingenious gadgets from the Design For Living exhibition including:

Tiny 1935 'spy' camera
1853 3D viewer
Victorian step commode
Lawn shoes worn by a horse
19th century electrical stimulator
1935 washing machine - that also claimed to make ice cream and sausages
Aqua Vibro Massager and electrical stimulator
 

The exhibition, on loan from the Museum of Nostalgia, will engage and amuse everyone, both young and old. Explore this amazing collection of fascinating and visually intriguing gadgets designed to make life easier in days gone by.

 

The exhibition contains an eclectic mix of labour saving devices and beautifully luxurious objects for the well to do home, such as a 1901 phonograph. Fascinating and humorous, this exhibition will intrigue and amuse and is a testament to our desire for an easier life!

 

Other Activities at the Museum during this time: