Tenby Museum & Art Gallery

Castle Hill
Tenby
Pembrokeshire
SA70 7BP

Tel: +44 (0)1834 842 809
Fax: +44 (0)1834 842 809
Email: tenbymuseum@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.tenbymuseum.free-online.co.uk


Founded in 1878, Tenby Museum & Art Gallery is situated in part of the medieval castle, overlooking Castle Beach and Caldey Island. Permanent displays include archaeology, geology, the natural, maritime and social history of the town and south Pembrokeshire. Exhibits include maritime display, seashore and shell collections, Tenby pirate's cell, Victorian Antiquarian's Study, Medical Hall Chemist Shop.

The art gallery has a programme of temporary exhibitions and also in the Wifrid Harrison Gallery selected works from the museum's permanent collection by Augustus John, Gwen John and other local and visiting artists.

Additional Information:

  • Research & educational facilities
  • Library
  • Collections and archives by appointment
  • Museum shop
  • Free activities for children.

     

    Opening Times
    (2006 times)
    1st to 26th February:
    Open Monday to Friday 10.00am - 5.00pm.

    27th February to 22nd December:
    Open Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm
    (last admission 4.30pm)

    Admission Charges
    (2006 prices)
    The Museum is an independent charity unsupported by government funds and there is an admission charge

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