WHAT
YOU CAN SEE AT THE MUSEUM, OPENING TIMES and MAP |
On
display are the artefacts and stories that make up the history of
Bridport and the surrounding areas in West Dorset. Bridport's history
is chronicled over the past 2000 years. Roman artefacts from Waddon
Hill, Bridport's famous rope and net making past, the Bridport Railway,
Ship building and Fishing industries, and the local characters of
times past who helped shaped and developed our town over time.
Guided
tours are provided at special times throughout the summer season.
The
Museum Shop sells an assortment of quality postcards, local history
pamphlets and books, copies of photographs from the Museum's collection,
replica items, souvenirs, and toys.
The
Local History Centre holds a mountain
of information and material for people undertaking genealogy research
or local history studies. Everyone is welcome to come and undertake
their personal research.
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