Great Western Railway Reflections
175 years of the GWR: our free exhibition looks back
- Date:
- 28 May 2010 - 28 Nov 2010
- Time:
-
10:00 - 18:00
- Price:
- FREE
- Audience:
- Suitable for all ages
- Type:
- Exhibitions
- Location:
- Search Engine
This free new exhibition celebrates the 175th anniversary of the founding of the GWR.
The GWR built itself a unique reputation. It was built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, and used regularly by both The Royal Family and holidaymakers heading for the South West coast.
The exhibition takes a sideways look at the GWR through the nicknames by which it was known, and showcases the NRM’s collections of small objects, posters and paintings relating to the Great Western Railway.
The exhibition is now open in Search Engine.
More about the GWR
Events around the UK
Our exhibition is just one of many events taking place to celebrate the GWR's 175th anniversary. See a selection on our map
Object timeline
Browse the history of the Great Western Railway from 1835 to 1948, with objects from the National Collection. GWR Timeline
Museum trails
Find all manner of GWR gems with our GWR Anniversary Trail (PDF, 70Kb), or the GWR Family Trail (PDF, 48Kb) with questions for children.
Buy GWR products online
The NRM-exclusive Bachmann City Of Truro model and much more is available now for delivery to your door. NRM online shop