Carmarthenshire County Museum

The Carmarthenshire County Museum occupies a former bishop's residence and displays collections about the region's history and heritage. The building contains multiple exhibition areas with objects, documents, and works that document the cultural past of Carmarthenshire.

The building served as the palace of the Bishop of St Davids from 1542 until 1974, functioning as a seat of religious authority. After ceasing its original use, it was converted into a museum to preserve and present the region's cultural heritage.

The museum displays household objects from the region's past, including furniture, clothing, and farming tools that show how people lived and worked in Carmarthenshire long ago. These items help visitors understand the daily routines and skills that defined generations of local communities.

The museum offers free parking on site and has multiple accessible entrances for visitors with mobility needs. The exhibitions are well-signposted and allow visitors to explore the different areas at their own pace.

In 1567, the first Welsh translation of the New Testament and Book of Common Prayer was completed within these walls. This was a turning point for the Welsh language and culture at a time when they were at risk of being lost.

Location: Carmarthenshire

Inception: 1972

Elevation above the sea: 12.7 m

Address: Abergwili, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire (Sir Gaerfyrddin) SA31 2JG Wales

Phone: 01267228696

Website: http://carmarthenshire.gov.uk/english/education/museums/carmarthenshirecountymuseum/pages/home.aspx

GPS coordinates: 51.86550,-4.26575

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:21