Moyses Hall Museum, Local authority museum in Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom.
Moyses Hall Museum occupies a Norman-era stone building at Cornhill and displays regional art, timepieces, and historical objects across two floors. The rooms contain artifacts that document local life and events from different centuries.
Built in the 1100s as a merchant residence, the building later served as a jail, workhouse, and police station before opening as a museum in 1899. Each phase of its use reflected the town's changing needs and growth.
The collection reflects how local people have documented and valued their region's past through objects and records. These pieces show what mattered to Suffolk communities across different periods.
The building sits at Cornhill in the town center and is easy to reach on foot from nearby areas. Check opening times before visiting, as they can change with the season.
The museum holds materials related to the Red Barn Murder, a criminal case that captivated the region for years. These documents and objects offer insight into a notable chapter of local crime history.
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