Museum of Reading, Local authority museum in Reading, England
Reading Museum contains galleries dedicated to local history, Roman artifacts, natural sciences, and industrial heritage within the Victorian Town Hall building.
The museum opened its doors in 1883, expanding in 1897 with three art galleries and underwent a major renovation between 1986 and 2000.
The Silchester Gallery displays Roman-era discoveries from Calleva Atrebatum, including bronze artifacts, pottery collections, and ancient jewelry from archaeological excavations.
Visitors can access the museum through the Town Hall entrance, with galleries spread across multiple floors connected by elevators and staircases.
The museum houses a complete Victorian copy of the Bayeux Tapestry, measuring 70 meters long and depicting the Norman Conquest of England.
Location: Reading
Inception: 1883
Accessibility: Accessible en fauteuil roulant
Address: The Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading RG1 1QH RG1 1QH RG1 1QH
Phone: +441189373400
Website: http://readingmuseum.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.45694,-0.96981
Latest update: March 5, 2025 21:28
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