Keaton’s Batman the star in new exhibition at Moyse’s Hall Museum

The iconic cowl created for Michael Keaton in Tim Burton’s 1989″ Batman” (pictured above) is coming to West Suffolk as part of an exhibition that will attract fans and families alike.

Tickets are now on sale for the Annual Sci-Fi and Action Exhibition, at Moyse’s Hall, in Bury St Edmunds, which opens next month.

And this year the West Suffolk Council-run museum is offering an additional exhibition within an exhibition – all for one entry price.

The Art of Cinema exhibition held in partnership with Kudos Memorabilia will feature a production made “I’m Batman” Keaton’s cowl.

The exhibition, inside the Museum’s Great Hall, will also feature other screen-used pieces including Ana de Armas’ iconic dress from “No Time to Die”, Elizabeth Debicki’s Diana costume from “The Crown” and the cowboy outfit worn by Kevin Costner in “Yellowstone”.

On top of this there will be a chance to see other screen pieces used by Tom Cruise, Harrison Ford, Christian Bale, Chris Pine and more Batman items from the late Val Kilmer.

Stephen Rivers, the director of Kudos Memorabilia, said: “We are delighted to be working alongside West Suffolk Council and the staff at Moyse’s Hall Museum to bring The Art of Cinema – our exhibition within an exhibition – to the dedicated community of cinephiles and fans of iconic film memorabilia.”

“Michael Keaton’s brooding intensity and darkly humorous take on the charismatic, complex “Caped Crusader” have cemented his status as the most iconic Batman for legions of fans around the world.

“We’re thrilled to showcase his production-made cowl alongside other legendary pieces worn by stars of both film and television.

“The Art of Cinema Exhibition is a celebration of film memorabilia as an inspirational art form.

“Movie costumes, props, and posters are far more than mere production elements — they are vibrant cultural artifacts, each one a testament to the artistry, imagination, and spirit of the filmmaking era to which they belong.

“In every thread of a costume, in the weathered construction of a prop, and in the evocative design of a poster lives a world conjured by human hands — art that breathes through fabric, wood, and ink, inviting us to wonder, remember, and dream.”

Alongside the Art of Cinema, Moyse’s marks the 70th anniversary of the first publication of JRR Tolken’s completed trilogy – “The Lord of the Rings”.

Props, historic collections, trails and quizzes will all feature.

And just as you thought it was safe to go back into the museum, we will also be celebrating the 50th anniversary of Steven Spielberg’s “Jaws” including production used artwork.

There will be a whole lot more of sci-fi fun including a blaster from “The Empire Strikes Back” and other Star Wars production used props.

Younger visitors can also take part in other family activities as part of the rockets and robots fun.

The Sci-Fi and Action Exhibition opens from Saturday, October 25, and will run until February 22.

The museum is open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5pm with lasty admission at 4pm.

It is open 12 noon to 4pm on Sundays with last admission at 3pm.

For ticket details visit www.moyseshall.org/whats-on/details.cfm?id=1045347&ins=1715590

People who buy an annual heritage ticket in advance will be able to return to enjoy the Sci-Fi and Action exhibition at no extra cost, and access all of Moyse’s exhibitions throughout the year as well as West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village.

See www.moyseshall.org/your-visit/Admission-prices.cfm for more details.