An exhibition sharing images and items from Frome during the Covid lockdown is on display at the town’s museum.
The exhibition includes images of deserted streets during lockdown, alongside photographs of residents during the period. A cabinet also features items from the time, including an original letter sent to households by then Prime Minister Boris Johnson, toilet rolls, face masks and Covid testing kits.
In early 2020, Frome Museum asked local photographers to take part in a project capturing the town’s streetscapes, with the images now also on display.
Volunteer Michelle Hylands said, “The display captures a ‘fascinating’ record of the town during that year.”
It also includes a leaflet produced by Frome Town Council urging people to look out for their neighbours, as well as a display of volunteers’ own lockdown memories.
The exhibition runs until 28th June. It follows the success of the recent ‘Lady’s Boudoir’ exhibition showcasing underwear from the past.
The museum is open from 11am to 3pm Tuesday to Saturday.
