Dewsbury Museum | | Dedicated to the magical theme of
childhood, Dewsbury Museum
presents a child''s eye view of history. | Special features
* Steps to upper floors
* Working dogs accepted
* Disabled toilets
* Education packs available
At Dewsbury Museum you can experience things that have changed in the lives of children over the last century. In the ''Growing Up in Dewsbury'' exhibition, you can gaze through the windows of a 1940s classroom taking a trip back to school and war-torn Britain. There''s a ''Toys will be Toys'' gallery to discover the role of toys and play, where you''ll also discover why certain toys are collector''s items. There''s also a busy programme of temporary exhibitions and events. Dewsbury Museum is a must for anyone who''s ever been a child.
Access:
We regret that all parts of our museum sites are not yet fully accessible. Fire regulations mean that there are also restrictions on the use of prams and pushchairs indoors. Please contact the museum for further details and any other access information that will help you to plan your visit. |
| For more information, contact: | Dewsbury Museum
Crow Nest Park,
Heckmondwike Road,
Dewsbury,
WF13 2SG | Tel: 01924 325100
Fax: 01924 325109
Email: dewsbury.museum@kirklees.gov.uk |
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Related Links: |
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History on your doorstep
Community History Service newsletter bringing history and heritage to life in Kirklees.
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My Yorkshire
A historical window on people's lives and experiences
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School Musuems
This website contains information on a group of school museums throughout the UK, their locations and facilities.
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Yorkshire Visitor
Yorkshire Tourist Board website.
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Disclaimer:
Please note, in some cases, the instructions for finding venues may only be exact to the the nearest street. Also, whilst we try to ensure these instructions are accurate we cannot accept responsibility for any postcode errors, or to subsequent changes in the venue details. |
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| Venue: |
Dewsbury Museum,
Crow Nest Park,
Heckmondwike Road,
Dewsbury,
WF13 2SG |
| Getting there: |
Map |
Directions |
| Opening times: |
All year.
11.00 - 17.00 Mon - Fri
12.00 - 17.00 Sat - Sun
Admission free.
Visiting groups should pre-book. |
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