Melton Carnegie Museum |
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Melton Mowbray is a medieval market town, and was the only Leicestershire market recorded in the 1086 Domesday Survey. Find out about the enthralling history of the town at the Melton Carnegie Museum, located in the beautiful old Andrew Carnegie Library built in 1905. See the excellent permanent displays, interactive areas and seasonal exhibitions on all aspects of local history.
In the 1880s Melton became 'Pride of the Shires', the fashionable centre for English foxhunting. The museum has displays showing 
the arguments for and against hunting, as well as the history of hunting in the region. Stilton Cheese and Pork Pies from Melton Mowbray are famous all around the world. Explore the history of these trades and others including saddlery, shoemaking and tinsmithing and the impact they had on the town.
The Ann Hughes Gallery houses temporary exhibitions, showing unique displays related to the history of the region. The gallery will host special collections and displays not normally availabble.
General Information:
- Disabled access
- Toilets and nappy changing
- Car parks nearby
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Opening Times
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(2006 times)
Open 7 days a week 10.00am - 4.30pm.Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day |
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Admission Charges
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(2006 prices)
Free Admission.
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Directions
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