THOMAS NEWCOMEN CELEBRATIONS: 300TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FIRST SUCCESSFUL ENGINE - Thomas Newcomen Engine
22 May 2012 26 May 2012When: 22 May 2012 to 26 May 2012
Tuesday, May 22
4.00pm Newcomen Monument to be unveiled on the roundabout at the town entrance by Alvin Smith inventor of the Searaser Wave Pump.
5.00pm Newcomen Plaza & Refurbished Engine House to be opened by Alvin Smith. Filming of “Steam Heat” Dance Routine in Royal Avenue Gardens
Saturday May 26
7.00pm Auction at the Dartmouth Apprentice, Newcomen Road
Upcoming events
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Behind The Scenes Tour
29 May 2025 to 31 July 2025
The Box, Plymouth
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Full Ahead Lecture Season 2025
03 April 2025 to 23 October 2025
Topsham Museum
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Battle of Britain Anniversary Exhibition and Talk Series
15 March 2025 to 30 November 2025
Exmouth Museum and Heritage Centre registered charity 291311