Terrace Road, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 6DA

Admission is free.

Once upon a time there were sharks in Derbyshire - hippopotamuses and rhinoceros - bears and hyaenas. Perhaps there was a mermaid?

Discover the geology, archaeology and history of the Peak District through seven time zones at the Buxton Museum & Art Gallery.

Explore the Museum's collection of Ashford black marble and Blue John ornaments and step into a Victorian scientist's study.

The Museum and Art Gallery also hosts a variety of exhibitions of art, craft, photography and local history throughout the year running in three different galleries and has a programme of events and workshops.

The Museum shop stocks fascinating fossils, colourful minerals and gifts made from decorative stones as well as local history and special interest books.

For more information, including opening times:
Telephone: +44 (0)1629 533540
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Website: www.derbyshire.gov.uk/buxtonmuseum