The varied collections, ranging from agricultural tools to Axminster carpets and archaeology to old photographs, offer an insight into Axminster's past.

Early Example of Thomas Whitty's work in Axminster 1755.

There is a room dedicated to the history of Axminster Carpets, showing the development of carpet-making from the time of Thomas Whitty to the present day.

Part of the Museum's collection reflects the agricultural activity of this small market town.