Ruskin Museum, Independent museum in Coniston, England.
The Ruskin Museum displays collections related to art critic John Ruskin through paintings, sketches, manuscripts, and personal items that reflect Victorian era influences.
Founded in the late twentieth century, the museum developed from a small collection into a regional institution preserving Lake District heritage and local copper mining history.
The museum exhibits present works by artists influenced by Ruskin's teachings, along with displays of traditional Herdwick sheep farming and Langdale linen production methods.
Located in Cumbria's Lake District, the museum welcomes visitors daily from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM with admission prices of £10 for adults and £6 for children under 16.
The museum houses Donald Campbell's hydroplane Bluebird in a dedicated wing, which returned to Coniston and joined the permanent collection in March 2024.
Location: Coniston
Address: The Institute, Yewdale Road, Coniston LA21 8DU LA21 8DU
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-04:30
Phone: +441539441164
Website: http://ruskinmuseum.com
GPS coordinates: 54.37020,-3.07622
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:34
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