Exhibition: Folklore

Folklore is made up of stories, myths, legends, and the lessons that we pass down from generation to generation. It surrounds us, calls to us, invites us to listen closely. Folklore is an exploration of stories from Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, and beyond. Featuring tales of people, magic, medicine, and the things that we still can’t quite explain. This exhibition features bewitching objects and stories collected by legendary folklorist Enid Porter, the Curator of this museum from 1947 until 1976, as well as never-before-seen artworks and tales still being told today. From witches’ bottles used to ward off witches to moles’ paws carried in the Fenman’s pocket for good health, this exhibition showcases a wide range of folkloric practices and explores the logic behind them, developed over generations. Contemporary artworks inspired by objects featured in the exhibition will also be displayed for the first time. Featuring community contributions of modern folklore, this exhibition encourages us to ask: is folklore a thing of the past, or is it still being written today? Standard entry applies. Children 16 and under visit free.