An exhibition on the Home Front in Chesterfield during World War II.

In conjunction with History's Maid we would like to celebrate VJ Day and learn about the end of the Second World War, the celecrations that followed and the numerous soldiers who sadly lost their lives.

Learn about the role of an Evacuation Officer, how it felt to send her own children away and what ‘Operation Pied Piper’ was.

Learn how rationing changed lives when it was introduced in January 1940, what you were actually allowed and hints and tips on how to make your rations go further.

During the Second World War people were encouraged to repair clothes and recycle old fabric and the overall message was waste not, want not!

A chance to explore some of the larger items from Chesterfield museum's collection, many of which haven't yet been on public display and learn about how the museum looks after the items within its care.

Learn what it took to be a secret agent in the Second World War, how SOE's were recruited, the training they undertook and the role of a wireless operator in France.