Welcome to Warrington Museum

Free Family Friendly Fun !

And something for art lovers too!

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Travel through time and around the world at Warrington Museum & Art Gallery.

Go on a prehistoric adventure

and discover rare rocks,

fossilised footprints and glittering gems,

plus Warrington’s very own dinosaur.

Wander through galleries that retain many of their original features and distinctive Victorian atmosphere.

Discover cases full of weird and wonderful objects from around the globe.

A "Feejee mermaid a fake to fool Victorian tourists!"

See a shrunken head, grotesque mermaids and an Egyptian mummy. Dare you look into the eyes of the cursed head?

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In the Roman Room see the rare Actor's mask, the only one of its kind in Britain,

the Friary Manuscript,linked with Shakespeare's

Richard III, and a decorative French Clock.

Visit our Botany, Bird and Fish Galleries featuring a wealth of material on the Natural World.

and don't forget the fascinating

Curator's study

Explore the Changing Industries of Warrington, from metal working to glassmaking.

section of the decorative Glass Fountain made at the Orford Lane Glassworks

Enjoy masterpieces and favourites in the Art Gallery

including work by local and internationally famous artists.

Flowers and Fruit by Jan Van Os 91744-1808) This important still life was shown in the important Manchester Arts Treasures Exhibition of 1857 and later bought by the grandson of Thomas Cook (yes the tour operator!) It came to Warrington Museum from the National Art Collections Fund.

Fair Quiet and Sweet Rest by Sir Samuel Luke Fildes RA who began his art training at Warrington Museum

Check out our exhibition section which provides an opportunity to see an exciting range of touring exhibitions and community projects.

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Experience hands on activities throughout the Museum and join in on our family friendly activity sessions in the school holidays and our Special Saturday events.

Warrington Museum provides an exciting schools programme on many themes including Egyptians, Toys from the Past and special Early Years sessions, all FREE for Warrington schools. For more details contact the Education Team on 01925 442395.

Guided tours are available - organised group visits by prior arrangement. Contact 01925 442399