“By my own experience and reflection I had ascertained that human nature is radically good, and is capable of being trained, educated and placed from birth in such manner, that […]
Robert Owen in 300 words
Robert Owen, Britain’s first “Socialist”, was born in Newtown in 1771, over his father’s saddler’s shop in Broad Street. Robert was a bright and athletic child. At the age of […]
Make a donation
The museum is a registered charity and needs your donations to continue to work. All of the Trustees and Officers are unpaid volunteers who give their time freely to ensure […]
New book for sale
Robert Owen and the architect Joseph Hansom : An unlikely form of co-operation New book by Penelope Harris. Available for sale in the online shop. We have added a second […]
BBC Scotland video
BBC – Victorian Scotland – Robert Owen A short animated film about philanthropist and social reformer, Robert Owen.
Robert Owen and slavery
Our curator, Colin Laker, has written a new short essay on Robert Owen and slavery. We have now added it to all the articles and writings about Robert Owen on […]
BBC Programme
Wales and the History of The World A BBC programme called “Wales and the History of the World” aired again on BBC 1 Wales on Sunday 13th December, where the […]
Virtual museum tour
Whenever the actual museum is closed, you can still experience our virtual tour. A general reminder that the ROM Virtual Museum is OPEN all hours. The physical museum is now […]
Robert Owen in Newtown
Robert Owen is to be discovered all around Newtown. You can visit his tomb in St. Mary’s churchyard or his statue in his garden. He features in the Town Council […]
Past birthday celebrations
Every year, people throughout the world, have come together to remember the life and importance of Robert Owen on his birthday in May. Here are the four year’s birthday celebrations […]