Bristols City Museum and Art Gallery |
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Bristol Museum & Art Gallery tells the story of our world in every display, from the beginning of time to the present day.
19 galleries over 3 floors reveal fascinating cultures, ancient civilisations, human invention and creativity, as well as showcasing our beautiful and fragile natural world. With thousands of amazing objects on display, one visit just isn't enough!
World-class collections of art, archaeology, geology and natural history are displayed inside this beautiful Edwardian building at the top of Park Street and the bottom of Whiteladies Road.
On the ground floor, Explore the natural wonders of our region, step back in time to ancient Egypt and Assyria and encounter intriguing objects from the Archaeology and World Cultures collections in the Curiosity gallery. Under 7s can try out new activities in the museum's popular play and learn space.
On the first floor, take a journey through the last billion years of the history of the planet in the Geology galleries. Amazing fossils allow you to see traces of creatures that have evolved and become extinct on its ever -changing surface. Discover sparkling world of minerals, gemstones and crystals including the Bristol Diamond. In the dinosaur galleries, meet the Meet the Bristol dinosaur and some of his friends, including the best-preserved dinosaurs ever found in Britain - the Scelidosaurus. The museums wildlife galleries allow you to take a trip through the animal kingdom and see rare, endangered and extinct wildlife from the UK and around the globe. From the first floor balcony, you can see how Bristol has developed over the centuries through maps and prints. You can also view the Bristol BoxKite from here.
Explore the museum's art galleries on the second floor. Discover Bellini, Cranach, Renoir, Pissarro, Sisley, Bomberg, Hepworth and Beryl Cook -amongst other great artists in the seven art galleries. Exquisite craftsmanship and design are showcased in the ceramic and glass galleries. British and European collections are displayed alongside locally made wares. In the Bristol School of Artists gallery, the glittering silver collection is displayed against a backdrop of paintings of Bristol as it was over 200 years ago. In the Eastern Art Gallery, see a stunning array of ceramics, carvings and glass from ancient China and Japan. Immerse yourself in the beauty of one of the best collections of Chinese glass outside Asia.
The Museum also has a dynamic exhibitions and events programme throughout the year and a shop and café.
For families, there are lots of brilliant hands-on areas for you to discover together. Explore the family-friendly activity areas, including the new under 7s play area - Curiosity. Journey around the museum with one of their colourful trails or get arty at one of the hands-on activity days.
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Opening Times
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(2011 times)
Opening times from 17th June 2011. 10.00am - 5.00pm Monday - Friday 10.00am - 6.00pm - Saturday & Sunday. No late opening |
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Admission Charges
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(2011 prices)
Free.
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Directions
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Bristols City Museum and Art Gallery Postcode for SatNav: BS8 1RL |
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