Zeitgeist
n. the spirit of the time
Cheltenham 2007 - 100 years after the inauguration of the museum.
In 2007 we celebrated our 100th birthday and while continuing to steward an award-winning collection of objects and art spanning many years, we also seek to celebrate the living memories of our more recent past to create a vivid picture of our town.
The selection of films below gives a flavour of the diversity of the full Zeitgeist collection which is available to view on our Youtube page. These are the collected musings of Cheltenham people, a snapshot of Cheltenham life as recorded in 2007.
Click on the images to hear the people of Cheltenham, in their own words.
The Big Issue
Jonny Doe is a familiar face in Cheltenham. He describes his typical day as a Big Issue vender.
Copa, Regent Street, Cheltenham 02-04-2007 11am
A country of great opportunities
Adam describes why so many Polish migrants come to live and work in the UK, "a country of great opportunities".
The Polish Deli, 310 High Street, Cheltenham 19-06-2007 9am
With Love from Lottie
Long term Cheltenham allotment owner describes the appeal.
Asquith Road Allotments, Asquith Road, Cheltenham 01-08-2007 2pm
A 50 year career in beer
Les's various roles at Cheltenham Brewery (now closed), a career that spanned 50 years.
Monson Avenue, Cheltenham 11-06-2007 4pm
Water Crisis
A Cheltenham couple describe the effects of the July 2007 floods and the ensuing water crisis.
Water distribution point, North Place car park, North Place, Cheltenham 01-08-2007 1.15pm