‘The Magic of Middle-earth’ at Chichester’s Novium Museum

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Event Date:

01-04-202302-04-202303-04-202304-04-202305-04-202306-04-202307-04-202308-04-202309-04-202310-04-202311-04-202312-04-202313-04-202314-04-202315-04-202316-04-202317-04-202318-04-202319-04-202320-04-202321-04-202322-04-202323-04-202324-04-202325-04-202326-04-202327-04-202328-04-202329-04-202330-04-202301-05-202302-05-202303-05-202304-05-202305-05-202306-05-202307-05-202308-05-202309-05-202310-05-202311-05-202312-05-202313-05-202314-05-202315-05-202316-05-202317-05-202318-05-202319-05-202320-05-202321-05-202324-09-2023

Start time: 14:19

End time: 14:19

Event Short Description

‘The Magic of Middle-earth’ exhibition dedicated to the fantasy worlds brought to life by J.R.R. Tolkien and the generations of creators his writing has influenced

Event Information

A journey to Middle-earth

A magical treasure trove of objects and artworks celebrating the epic fantasy novels ‘The Hobbit’ and ‘The Lord of the Rings’ is coming to Chichester this spring. This exhibition is dedicated to the incredible fantasy worlds brought to life by J.R.R. Tolkien and the generations of creators his writing has influenced.

Tolkien was an English writer, poet, philologist, and academic. He is best known as the author of ‘The Hobbit’ (1937) and ‘The Lord of the Rings’ (1954). Regarded as the ‘father’ of modern fantasy literature, Tolkien’s cultural influence has extended far beyond other authors. Middle-earth has inspired creative minds of all types for generations of artists, musicians, film makers, environmentalists and game designers — most recently the series ‘Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’.

‘The Magic of Middle-earth’ will take visitors on a journey beyond the books to explore Tolkien’s expansive artistic legacy. The exhibition features more than 200 artworks and objects from across the decades, including:

  • A rare first edition copy of The Hobbit from 1937;
  • Dramatic models and dioramas including The Battle of Helms Deep;
  • Concept artwork, theatre, music and movie-inspired memorabilia and prop replicas;
  • Stunning paintings of dragons, Ents and Elves and artwork illustrating Tolkien’s deep passion for the natural world;
  • Middle-earth inspired video games and LEGO® sets; and,
  • A soundscape including music by Howard Shore, who composed, orchestrated, conducted and produced the music of ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogy (2001–2003) and ‘The Hobbit’ film series (2012–2014).

Visitors can also look forward to some interactive gallery features in the ‘Hobbiton’ family area; take a selfie in a Hobbit chair; and experience the surprise of an animatronic version of Smaug the Dragon! ‘Little halflings’ can get into character with fancy dress costumes and follow a Mystical Quest trail through the museum.

‘The Magic of Middle-earth’ opens at The Novium Museum on Saturday 1st April and will run until Sunday 24th September 2023. Tickets to the exhibition cost £4 for adults, £2.50 for a child and £12 for a family of up to five (maximum two adults).

Relaxed SEN (Special Educational Needs) sessions are available, please see The Novium Museum’s website for details. Advance booking is essential. For more information, and to book visit: www.thenovium.org/magicofmiddleearth. Entry to the rest of the museum remains free.

Admission Details

Adult: £4 adult / £12 family (max 5 members)

Child: £2.50

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Venue Details

Address: The Novium Museum, Chichester, West Sussex,

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