Bedford Museum
Museum type :
ARCHAEOLOGICAL

Established in :
1982

Holidays :
Monday

Visiting Hours :
Tuesday - Saturday 11 am - 5 pm; Sunday 2 - 5 pm

Contact No :
01234 353323

Location :
, United Kingdom

Display Objects :

The museum collections are Social History collections, Archaeology collections, geology collections, natural history collections and Ethnography and Foreign Archaeology collections




Description :

Bedford Museum is located in the centre of Bedford, Bedfordshire, England. It is a local museum that tells the story of the town and district of Bedfordshire and its people. The museum is run by Bedford Borough Council, and it is free to visit. one of the oldest museums in the country, having been founded in 1884. The museum houses a wide range of exhibits, from Roman relics to Victorian artifacts, and is an ideal place to explore the history of Bedford. The museum’s permanent collections include local archaeology, fine and decorative art, natural history and a variety of objects from the town’s past.

Visitors can explore a range of historic artifacts, such as coins, pottery, and tools, as well as learn about the town’s rich industrial heritage. There are also displays of local geology and fossils, a gallery of portrait miniatures, and a variety of temporary exhibitions. The museum also features a library and archive, which contain a wealth of information about the town and its people. The museum also runs a variety of educational events, including guided tours, school visits, and workshops. The museum also offers a ‘History Makers’ programme, which allows visitors to explore their own family histories. Bedford Museum is open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday, with free admission on Sundays.