Museums in Yorkshire
Yorkshire is home to world-class museums spanning industrial heritage, natural history, and contemporary art. From the vast collections of the Royal Armouries in Leeds to intimate community museums in market towns across the Dales, there is always something new to discover about the region's rich past and vibrant present.
Highlights include Mouseman Visitor Centre, The Herriot Gallery and Guisborough Museum.
Visitors exploring museums may also enjoy art galleries, historic landmarks and cultural venues.
Museums across Yorkshire
Mouseman Visitor Centre
Cholmley House
Discover Cholmley House, nestled within the historic Whitby Abbey grounds, housing an insightful museum of local history.
Stef Ottevanger Sculptures
Knaresborough Castle and Courthouse Museum
Located in the picturesque town of Knaresborough, the parking facility for the Knaresborough Castle and Courthouse Museum offers convenient pay-and-display options. Visitors can enjoy easy access to this historic site with its stunning views of the river and viaduct, making it an ideal starting point for exploring the area's rich Norman heritage.
Boyes Museum
Explore the fascinating, free Boyes Museum in Bridlington, a hidden gem offering a glimpse into local history within a popular store.
The Folklore Centre
The Folklore Centre in Todmorden explores folklore, myth, and magic through engaging exhibitions, a specialist library, and a welcoming tea room.
Clifton Park Museum
Discover Rotherham's rich natural and cultural history, housed within an elegant 18th-century mansion at Clifton Park Museum.
Hull Heritage Learning Hull
Explore the rich history and heritage of Hull through engaging exhibits at this highly-rated learning centre.
Mental Health Museum
Explore the insightful and unique history of mental health care at this engaging museum in Wakefield.
Sutton & Wawne Museum
Discover the rich history of Sutton and Wawne at this charming local museum, a community gem filled with fascinating artefacts and stories.
