Find out about: Sidmouth Museum
About Us
"Something for everyone of all ages" is the motto of Sidmouth Museum through its interpretation of Natural History and the Jurassic Coast.
This Regency cottage houses permanent exhibitions illustrating the development of the town from fishing village through Regency & Victorian times. Many famous residents and visitors are commemorated. Local lace and a wide collection of photographs are included in this Tardis like small museum. Annual exhibitions celebrate events and anniversaries both locally and national.
240million years of geological development are charted in the Land and Man room together with a modern interactive Jurassic Coast display.
Facilities
Wheelchair access to the ground floor. Computer presentation of first floor exhibits, Jurassic Coast interpretation and local history videos are available on the ground floor.
Public toilets within about 200 yards level ground.
Our Next Event
Peter Orlando Hutchinson Day
When: 26 June 2013
Where: Sidmouth Museum
A day to celebrate Peter orlando Hutchinson, Sidmouth\'s famous historian and diarist. A Sidmouth resident from 1825 to 1897, Hutchinson pursued a wide range of interests. His unique works on geological and archaeological observations remain important.
The museum is holding many exciting activities to celebrate. Including-
The grand unveiling of the museum\'s new Hutchinson figure at 3:30pm, with cake and wine.
Museum Tours of the exhibition which start at 10:30am and 4pm.
Walking Tours of Hutchinson\'s Sidmouth will run at 11am and 2pm.
An exciting day not to be missed!
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Our Collections
The collection illustrates the evolving history of Sidmouth from its humble beginnings as a fishing village, through its Regency Period blossoming into the timeless charm that is Sidmouth today.
Admission & Prices
Opening Times 2013
30th March to 2rd November
Mon: 13.00-16.00
Tue - Sat: 10.00-16.00
Sun: Closed
FREE ADMISSION
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Situated by the Parish Church lych gate, -
Sidmouth Museum
Hope Cottage
Church Street
Sidmouth
EX10 8LY
T: 01395 516139
E: sidmouth@devonmuseums.net
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1. Allhallows Museum
(Distance: 5 to 10 miles)
2. Fairlynch Museum
(Distance: 1 to 5 miles)
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Free guided town strolls bringing to life the events and stories behind the historic buildings & gardens depart from the Museum every Tuesday & Thursday mornings during the season. The Tuesday & Thursday walks each visit a different part of the town.
Free geologist led strolls along the Esplanade discovering the history of the Jurassic Coast and the local geology depart from the Museum every Wednesday afternoon.
Young visitors have their own area and special activity days.
A small shop offers unusual and well priced items for all ages. A range of books is also available through the online shop
Sidmouth Museum
Hope Cottage
Church Street
Sidmouth, DEVON EX10 8LY
