Mother’s Day at the Museum of Brands

Take mum for a treat this Mother’s Day, Sunday 26 March 2017. Book your family in for an afternoon of special talks and trails at the Museum of Brands.

The afternoon includes a 40 minute talk on the story from behind the scenes, how Robert Opie created the Museum, his first exhibition at the V&A in 1975 and the philosophy of the collection.

Discover the history of Mother’s Day, and how mums have been portrayed in the media, whether playing family games in Edwardian times, gathering around the 1920s radio, or promoting everything from biscuits to soap.

Complementing the Museum’s spring focus on gender in advertising, women’s liberation is part of this evolution – from suffragettes to wartime factories, the DIY revolution to kitchen convenience.

Above all, the Museum is the place to be, not only to appreciate the role of mothers, but also to reminisce and remember treasured moments triggered by brands such as Spangles, Kelloggs Country Store and Lyons Maid ice lollies.

Tickets costs £14 for adults, £11 concession and £8 for children, plus booking fee. Hear the talk at either the 2pm or 3pm, and then spend the afternoon reminiscing with the whole family.
Tickets include admission. Book here: