Dorset Museums AssociationThere’s something for everyone in Dorset’s museums and galleries from the Victorian splendour of the Russell Cotes Art Gallery and Museum in the West to the amazing array of dinosaur fossils to be found in Lyme Regis Museum on the County’s eastern border.
This site provides a gateway to everything Dorset museums have to offer.
Find out more about all the museums near you or use the search function to plan a perfect day discovering Dorset’s fascinating history.
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The Facilities and Learning sections on the museum information pages will help you discover which Dorset museums are best suited to your needs and interests.
English HeritageSherborne Old Castle is a short walk from Castleton Waterwheel Museum
Milborne Port History and Heritage GroupThe aim of the group is to share the history of Milborne Port, preserve local heritage and foster a sense of community for the future. The group organises a series of talks on various aspects of local history throughout the year, plus guided walks and tours, plus visits for members to local places of historical interest.
Sherborne MuseumBe intrigued, informed and inspired by free exhibitions, talks and family-friendly events.
Sherborne Science CafeThe Sherborne Science Cafe provides a forum in which we can discuss aspects of science and the interaction between science and society.
Sturminster Newton MillThis is a fully working water mill that runs every day the Mill is open. Flour is produced that is sold in the shops in the Mill and Sturminster Museum.
Wessex Mills GroupThe Group was formed in 2003 as a centre for the milling heritage of Devon, Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire.
The Group meets regularly, often in one of our local mills, and we welcome new members and their guests. For membership please contact us.
Westonzoyland Engine TrustWestonzoyland pumping station on the Somerset Levels has one of the largest collections of stationary steam engines and pumps in the UK and aims to display a history of Somerset land drainage and include steam-powered engines which were once active in both local industry and further afield.