Stories of Oxford tours: An introduction to Oxford’s past
What is it that is unique about Oxford? This guided tour of the Museum identifies some of the features that have made our city so special, from the English Civil War to the Covered Market.
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Afterhours Acoustics: Robin Bennett & friends and Premium Leisure
Unique one-off performances with stars from the local music scene — live in the Museum of Oxford basement. Welcome in the shorter evenings with a night of live music performances […]
Inside the Oxford Town Hall
See inside Oxford's Grade II* listed Town Hall on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of this historic building.
Lunchtime Talk: ‘The Story of the Welsh Migration to Oxford: “You can’t stop them singing!”‘
Discover the stories of the Welsh men who came to Oxford in search of work in the 1920s and 30s through the lens of the Oxford Welsh Male Voice Choir. With guest speaker Sharron Jenkinson. Part of Sounds of the City.
Christmas Light Festival at MOX
Join us to celebrate Oxford's Christmas Lights Festival with fun and festive crafts. Make your own lantern inspired by Oxford street lights.
Hands-On-History!
Come and have a go at handling some of our museum objects at a hands-on history drop-in session!
Explore our new handling collection and dive into Oxford’s music history. Our volunteers will help you to touch, feel and handle objects ranging from a minidisk player to a concertina! You’ll also get to learn about the stories behind the objects and what they can tell us about our city’s amazing past.
Free Entry Day – 14 November
Pre-book your free day entry to the Museum of Oxford galleries on 14 November 2026.
Stories of Oxford tours: The Oxford Story
This guided tour of the Museum explores the stories of the city, and the city of stories, including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Oxford as a film location, and more!
Inside the Oxford Town Hall
See inside Oxford's Grade II* listed Town Hall on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of this historic building.
Stories of Oxford tours: An Oxford Night Out
Since medieval times Oxford has been famous for its vibrant social and cultural scene. Join our tour guide on a unique guided tour through the past and present of a night out in Oxford!
Inside the Oxford Town Hall
See inside Oxford's Grade II* listed Town Hall on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of this historic building.
Lunchtime Talk: ‘”A-begging we will go”: Popular music in 17th century Oxford
Four hundred years ago, musicians known as The Oxford Waits played ceremonial tunes in the streets of the city. Join us for this special Lunchtime Talk and performance from Tim Healey, Caroline Butler and Edwin Pritchard, of the present-day Oxford Waits.
