The Museum in the Park

Situated in a Grade II listed 17th Century wool merchant’s house, our collection tells the fascinating story of the Stroud district’s rich and diverse history. With over 4,000 objects on display, including dinosaur bones, historical paintings and even one of the world’s first lawnmowers, there is something to spark the interest of all visitors!

In addition to the main displays in the mansion house, we have our modern extension which houses a gift shop and refreshments area, alongside a modern, purpose-built art gallery showing a varied programme of exhibitions. Behind this is our newest addition to the space – beautiful contemporary Walled Garden.

We would recommend allowing between one to two hours to visit all areas of the Museum in the Park. You are of course welcome to visit more briefly or for longer! As a free to enter museum you can come back again and again!

Here at the Museum, we are very proud to have something to offer visitors of all ages and we enthusiastically welcome families and groups. The displays were designed, as far as possible, with everyone in mind. Many of the rooms contain interactives and toys, and some even sport peep holes into the cabinets at a child friendly height!

Perhaps you’d like to try your hand at a workshop, pause for thought in the galleries, attend a talk or enjoy a family explorer trail. With our diverse collection and exciting events programme we truly do offer something for everyone. Visit us and discover something new!

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