River & Rowing Museum, Henley-on-Thames

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Introductory Gallery Introductory Gallery - The Reach (see panorama)

The Introductory Gallery is the first on the museum visitor's route. It is an attractive, prominent showcase which introduces visitors to the historic relationships between the River Thames, the sport of Rowing and the town of Henley. It also hosts special exhibits.


Thames Gallery River Thames Gallery (see panorama)

Inside the museum you can walk the length of the River Thames from source to sea, taking in the locks, Thameside towns and abundant wildlife en-route.

Explore the river's changing role through history, from major trading route to a boating paradise.

Discover the influence it had on the arts and feel the calming effects of water music.


Rowing Gallery Schwarzenbach Rowing Gallery (see panorama)

A story told in four parts:

  1. The historical need for speed - ancient Greek triremes, lifeboats, pilot boats, fishing boats and many more;
  2. The latest sporting rowing boat - a spectacular hybrid boat which shows the latest use of designs and materials. You can see how far technology has moved on, from traditional clinker boats to the latest sleek design;
  3. The development of the sport of Rowing, including the museum's own Rowing Hall of Fame;
  4. A rower's preparation. Experience the highs and lows of international rowing and find out what it takes to reach Olympic standard as well as view the range of winning boats and glittering trophies.


Henley Gallery Henley Gallery (see panorama)

The story of Henley is that of a town built by the river. Because the river has always played such a crucial part in Henley's history, there's an abundance of fascinating artefacts and memorabilia brought to life with archive film.

Come face to face with the settlers and invaders of the Henley area. Discover the town's role as the principal inland port for trade barges travelling to the Capital and explore the impact of the railways. And last but not least, experience the glitz of the Royal Regatta in its Edwardian heyday complete with a full-sized steam launch.


Treasures Gallery Treasures Gallery (see panorama)

The Treasures Gallery is an intimate exhibition area suitable for the display of oil paintings, water-colours, sketches, manuscripts, textiles and costume. Sensitive and exclusive exhibitions may be based on the museum's permanent or loaned collections. The Gallery offers treasures from both national collections and private owners.


Sir Graham Kirkham Studio Gallery (see panorama)

The Studio Gallery is on the ground floor of the museum in a prominent position close to the main foyer and entrance. It covers one hundred square metres and faces north onto the River Thames. It hosts a programme of temporary exhibitions each lasting between three and four months.

The themes and content of the Studio Gallery programme complements the permanent exhibitions and displays, with particular focus on specific and topical subjects.

See a (New) virtual tour of the museum.

For further information contact museum@rrm.co.uk