Handel Hendrix House - the Mayfair museum once home to composer G.F. Handel and rock legend Jimi Hendrix will be hosting Family Activities inspired by the 275th anniversary of the first performance of Handel’s Firework Music throughout October Half Term from Saturday, October 26, 2024 through to Sunday, November 17, 2024.
As Joanna Roche, Marketing Manager at Handel Hendrix House says: “The learning studio will be transformed to celebrate the 275th anniversary of Handel’s first performance of the Music for the Royal Fireworks. The Fireworks music was first performed on a grand stage built in Green Park especially for the occasion, decorated with statues, paintings and – of course – the fireworks themselves. Fireworks themed arts and crafts activities will run throughout October half term, all designed to be attached to the museum’s temporary installation of the amazing 18th century stage in the studio. By the end of half term, the Fireworks stage will be fully decorated just like the original, covered in the artwork of visitors from all over the world!”
The house is open Wednesday – Sunday 10.00 – 17.00 (last entry at 16:00). Tickets are £14.00 for adults, £10.00 for students and free for the under 16s.
Tickets can be purchased in advance on the website www.handelhendrix.org but it is possible to buy a ticket on the day at the museum.