Nantwich Museum

Nantwich is a beautiful, historic market town boasting fine examples of Tudor and Georgian architecture. The town centre has many independent shops including a grocers and a cheese shop, with the countryside on the doorstep and both the Shropshire Union Canal and the River Weaver nearby.At Nantwich Museum they tell the stories of the town and its people. Find out what a salt ship is and explore the dedicated Cheese and Dairy Room. You can find out about clock making, shoe and clothing production, as well as the impact that the Great Fire of Nantwich of 1583 and the Battle of Nantwich (1644) had on the town.There is always something new to see with the wonderful Millennium Gallery accommodating a changing programme of art and history-based exhibitions. A smaller Community Gallery provides opportunity for local individuals and groups to display their work. Every summer the Museum also curates its own history-based exhibition. This year our Research Group has delved into the history of the site of the towns former gas works, uncovering its early use and showcasing some interesting and slightly unusual gas appliances. Running in parallel to a Summer of Science festival, there is a jam-packed diary of events.A range of events, activities, talks and walks run throughout the year and dressing up, trails, books and games are also available for young and old alike.An education offer for schools, including the popular Fire of Nantwich and Battle of Nantwich workshops, is available, and a Dementia Friendship Group meets twice a month with participants enjoying a whole range of activities including arts, crafts and music.There are 60+ volunteers helping with all aspects of the running of the Museum, making this a friendly and vibrant place to visit.Information about all current events and exhibitions can be found on the website, as well as details about how you can become a Museum member.