Visiting the Worcestershire County Museum is the best way to get to know the history of the area. Located in the north wing of Hartelbury Castle which was the residence of the bishops of Worcester from the 16th century, the museum’s collection numbering thousands of items; it covers a range of subjects from the Bronze Age to the mid 20th century and traces the history of the county through various historic events and periods.
The museum’s permanent collection features several exhibits that were very much a part of the lives of the people of the county such as toys, domestic items, costumes, craftwork by the 19th century Bromsgrove Guild, agricultural implements, Victorian memorabilia, various types of transport, paintings and ancient artefacts. Displays of historic rooms such as a Victorian era school room, scullery, laundry, sitting room and nursery and 17th century civil war era living rooms with furniture and artefacts of the period, allow visitors to go back in time and offer insights into the way people lived. The changing temporary exhibits ensure that there will be always something new to enjoy. The temporary displays have included a combination of exhibits such as fashions during Georgian times, objects from the bronze age to the 17th century found in Worcestershire, a true to life depiction of a World War Two era family room and a collection of 1950s and 60s memorabilia.
A cider mill still in operation, a large collection of horse drawn vehicles, bicycles, a rare collection of gypsy caravans and cars from the 19th and early 20th centuries are some of the exhibits found on the grounds of the castle. A nature reserve, an orchard and picnic areas invite visitors to enjoy the outdoors. Visitors can also enjoy fresh snacks and meals at the old castle kitchens.
The museum’s interesting family oriented programs of historical re-enactments, arts and crafts workshops and themed family fun days and interactive programs for children ensure the museum remains in touch with the public.
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