EVENT
Library Display: Poisons and Potions
Chawton House | Chawton
🖼️Exhibitions & Displays·👻Halloween
About this event
Library Display: Poisons and Potions is part of the programme at Chawton House in Hampshire.
What separates a medicine from a poison, and a household remedy from something altogether more sinister? A Gothic display from the darker side of the Chawton House collection.
What to expect:
- Wednesday 21 October to Sunday 1 November 2026, on house opening days (Wednesday to Sunday)
- Botanical works revealing plants with the power to heal or harm
- Poison in Gothic fiction as a weapon of secrecy, revenge and murder
- Runs alongside the Halloween Kids' Trail, The Poison Puzzle
- Included in the price of admission.
More Details
Booking
Walk-in
Arrival
Anytime
Parent Must Stay
Yes, required
Pricing
Location
Get directionsExplore a historic Georgian house with beautiful gardens, parkland, and a research library dedicated to women's writing and literary heritage.
What this place offers
ToiletsBaby changingFoodPushchair friendlyAccessible🐕 Dog-friendly
Last updated: 12 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions about Library Display: Poisons and Potions
How much does Library Display: Poisons and Potions cost?
For ticket prices for Library Display: Poisons and Potions, see the official event page or booking link.
When does Library Display: Poisons and Potions take place?
Library Display: Poisons and Potions runs from Wednesday, 21 October 2026 to Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Where is Library Display: Poisons and Potions held?
Library Display: Poisons and Potions is held at Chawton House in Chawton.
Is Library Display: Poisons and Potions indoor or outdoor?
Library Display: Poisons and Potions is held indoors, so it's a great option whatever the weather.
