Chesham Museum, Local museum and history shop in Market Square, Chesham, England.
Chesham Museum is a local history museum in Market Square that holds over 700 photographs and objects documenting the town's social and industrial past. The displays show how work, trade, and community life changed over time.
The museum was founded in 2004 after many years of community effort to establish a local history institution. Over time it moved between different locations as it grew and expanded its role in preserving the town's story.
The collection reflects how boot making and brewing shaped daily life in the community and what religious groups called the town home. These objects tell the story of the work that defined Chesham for many generations.
The museum sits right at Market Square, making it easy to visit while walking around town. The indoor spaces are comfortable, so you can spend time looking at the displays without feeling rushed.
The museum rotates its exhibitions seasonally, showing different angles of community life throughout the year. This changing schedule invites visitors to return multiple times and discover fresh perspectives on the town's past.
Location: Chesham
Inception: 2004
Address: 15 Market Square, Chesham HP5 1HG
Website: http://cheshammuseum.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.70383,-0.61316
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:01
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