Building of Bath Collection, Local authority museum in Bath, England.
The Building of Bath Collection is a museum documenting the architectural history and growth of the city through the centuries. The exhibits include detailed scale models, architectural drawings, and construction materials that illustrate how the city's structures were built.
The museum opened in 1984 in a Grade II* listed building dating from the Georgian period. It was established to preserve the story of how Bath transformed into a major city through systematic building development.
The collection reveals how local craftsmen and architects worked together during the Georgian era and which regional materials shaped the city's appearance. Visitors can see how these buildings became central to Bath's identity and daily life.
The museum is open Tuesday through Friday in the afternoon and weekends throughout the day, with wheelchair access provided. The historic building may have narrow passages and stairs, so plan your visit accordingly.
The collection features handcrafted scale models so detailed that visitors can see how individual building components fit together. These models reveal the practical work of builders rather than just showing the finished structures.
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