Eel Pie Island Museum, Local history museum in Twickenham, England
Description
The Eel Pie Island Museum is a local history museum on a Thames island in Twickenham that displays photographs, documents, and objects telling the story of this place. The collections span from World War II through the 1960s music era and beyond.
History
The museum was established in 2018 to preserve memories of the island's significant moments. The collection centers on wartime events and the later emergence of the site as a music venue.
Culture
The island was a hub for live music in the 1960s when its hotel ballroom drew bands like The Rolling Stones and The Who to perform. Visitors can sense how this location shaped the British music scene of that era.
Practical
The museum is located on the island and is typically open on weekends for visitors. Access is fully accessible and it is wise to check opening times before planning your visit.
Did you know?
Trevor Baylis, inventor of the wind-up radio, ran a workshop on the island for many years. His creations and the story behind them form part of the museum's collection.
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