Rutland Museum Sails into Olympic History: Celebrating John Merricks' Silver
The Rutland County Museum sets sail on a journey through sporting history with their new exhibition, The Modern Games, Atlanta 1996 and a Sailing Champion. Running from July 6th to September 28th, this exhibition delves into the world of the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, with a special focus on a local hero: John Merricks.
Merricks, a young talent nurtured at the Rutland Water Sailing Club, achieved greatness on the world stage, capturing a prestigious silver medal in the sailing competition. This exhibition commemorates his incredible accomplishment and remembers a life tragically cut short.
The centrepiece of the exhibit is John Merricks' Olympic silver medal, a recent donation by his family to the museum's permanent collection. Alongside this shining symbol of his achievement, visitors can explore official GB Olympic attire worn by Merricks and various memorabilia from his career.
This poignant exhibition offers a chance to:
Relive the excitement of the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.
Celebrate the remarkable sporting achievements of John Merricks.
Learn about the legacy of this local sailing champion.
Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in Olympic history and pay tribute to a Rutland legend. Head down to the Rutland County Museum, Oakham, Rutland and explore the inspiring story of John Merricks!
