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Dorset Museum & Art Gallery

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Dorset Museum & Art Gallery
Collections of Iron Age artifacts from Maiden Castle, local fossils and Thomas Hardy's effects.
Address: High W St, Dorchester DT1 1XA, UK
Phone: 01305 262735
State: Dorset
City: Dorchester
Zip Code: DT1 1XA

opening times

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Such a lovely museum. The building is stunning and the art exhibit we caught the tail end of was stunning. 'People Watching' I think it was named. The permanent exhibits are so interesting and really make the most of the local Jurassic other ages are showcased! archaeology and literary history. Fascinating. And the ticket is valid for a year so we'll be back. Cafe is fabulous too.
A fantastic museum with a really impressive and diverse collection. It’s especially a must-visit for anyone interested in Thomas Hardy, as the exhibits beautifully reflect his life and how the Dorset landscape influenced his writing.nThe museum also has an excellent range of art, along with fascinating fossils and human artefacts dating back to the Iron Age and even earlier. It offers a great mix of literature, history, and natural heritage all in one place.nHighly recommended for anyone visiting Dorset – both educational and very enjoyable.nnThe tickets are annual.
I really enjoyed my visit to Dorset Museum. The Dorset history section was fascinating, and the Thomas Hardy displays added a layer of literary depth.nThe fossil collection was another highlight, with some incredible specimens and clear explanations.nA great place to spend a few hours learning something new.
A real pain buying tickets on the door for a spontaneous visit. £15.50 per person, but wanted name address email and inside leg measurement! After a lot of hassle, managed to just buy a ticket and get in. The guides were all very knowledgeable and the exhibits were all very interesting. A really good museum.
I've not been in years and wow what a change and improvement. Much, much larger and with som really good exhibits. The staff were knowledgeable and very friendly. The cafe was nice and not expensive. Even the shop wasn't too bad with a kids book and little box of fossils not costing much at all. Lastly if you pay once it's free for a year so we can go back with each new exhibit.
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The Museum 10 meters
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Trinity Street 220 meters
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Top O Town 240 meters
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Acland Road 290 meters
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