Dylan Thomas Boathouse
Dylan Thomas Boathouse, Historical boathouse museum in Laugharne, Wales
Description
Dylan Thomas Boathouse is a historic residence overlooking the Taf Estuary where the poet lived from 1949 until his death in 1953. The two-story building contains original furnishings and offers views across the water to the surrounding landscape.
History
The building was constructed in the 1800s and purchased in 1949 by Margaret Taylor, who gave it to the poet Dylan Thomas as a place to live and work. He remained there until his death in 1953, producing some of his notable writings during this period.
Culture
The museum displays the poet's personal items, including his father's desk, letters, and photographs from his time in Wales. These objects show how he lived and worked during the years he spent in this corner of the country.
Practical
The boathouse sits on a slope above the estuary and provides access to both levels of the house, a separate writing shed, and an adjacent café. The location is best reached on foot, and visitors should be prepared for some hillside terrain.
Did you know?
The museum holds a letter from former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and a photograph that traveled aboard Space Shuttle Columbia. These unusual items reveal how the poet's influence extended far beyond his lifetime and across the world.
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