The Story Museum

The Story Museum exists to celebrate children's stories and to share 1001 enjoyable ways for young people Mini Grey storytimeto learn through stories as they grow.

We take story performances, exhibitions, activities and ideas to schools and communities. In 2014 we plan to open a magical new centre of children's literature and storytelling in the heart of Oxford, UK.

Latest vacancy - research assistant to our curator of stories Michael Rosen.

The Story Museum in 2011: bird's eye view.

Hand printing workshops for families and adults, using early techniques on the Bodleian Libary's historic presses. Starting February.

Listen to colourful stories from around the world. See panel right.

Read about our exciting plans for our new home at Rochester House. And come and visit us - tours on Feb 23 and April 5.

Royal visit. See our picture gallery of HRH The Earl of Wessex's visit, to support our fundraising campaign.

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Korky Paul printKorky Paul print

Now you can have your own piece of The Story Museum, as imagined by Winnie the Witch illustrator Korky Paul (right). More info.

 

 

 

The Story Museum under wraps

 

 

“A wonderful gift from Oxford, where so many stories have begun, to the whole world.”

Philip Pullman

 
 

fly your imagination around the world!

Parents and children: tales to watch, hear, read and tell. We aim to collect 1001 stories for you to listen to. The magic starts here.

a treasure trove of information

Parents, teachers and professionals: visit our organisations and projects directory for help with engaging children with reading and stories.

 
 
 
 

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