Lancaster City Museum, Local authority museum in Market Square, Lancaster, England.
The Lancaster City Museum occupies a three-floor building, presenting exhibits about the region through numerous artifacts and detailed historical displays.
The establishment of Lancaster City Museum in 1783 marked the beginning of a dedicated space for preserving local heritage in this significant Georgian structure.
The collections within Lancaster City Museum document the influence of Roman settlements, Viking invasions, and Georgian developments on the region's identity.
Lancaster City Museum welcomes visitors Monday through Tuesday and Friday through Sunday between 10:30 AM and 4:00 PM, with free admission to all exhibitions.
The museum building holds Grade II* listed status, representing an outstanding example of Georgian architecture overlooking Lancaster's central Market Square.
Location: Lancaster
Inception: 1783
Floors above the ground: 3
Operator: Lancaster City Council
Address: Market Square, Lancaster LA1 1HT
Opening Hours: Monday-Tuesday,Friday-Sunday 10:30-16:00; Wednesday-Thursday off
Website: https://lancaster.gov.uk/sport-and-leisure/museums/city-museum
GPS coordinates: 54.04890,-2.80174
Latest update: March 25, 2025 19:50
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