First World War Open Day

Saturday 15 September 2018
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Free

A free, drop-in event exploring the impact of the Great War on the people of Waltham Forest. Events all day in Vestry House Museum and St Mary’s Church include:

  • Leyton Orient Marching Band
  • Living history soldiers
  • Illustrated talks
  • School displays
  • Wreath making
  • Archive and research displays
  • Book stalls and signings
  • Home front kitchen demonstrations
  • How to trace your WW1 family

and much more!

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A partnership event organised and supported by:

  • Western Front Association, East London Branch
  • London Borough of Waltham Forest
  • Vestry House Museum
  • St Mary’s Church