Buxton Museum and Art Gallery

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.

You may also be amazed by our collection of Ashford black marble and Blue John ornanments.

Enjoy a changing programme of exhibitions of art, craft, local history and photography and step into a Victorian scientist's study.

The museum and Art Gallery hosts a variety of exhibitions throughout the year running in 3 galleries.

More information:
Telephone. +44 (0)1629 533540
(Buxton Museum and Art Gallery, Terrace Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6DA)
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Website. www.derbyshire.gov.uk/buxtonmuseum

Opening times:
Tuesday to Friday: 9.30am-5.30pm
Saturday: 9.30am-5pm
Sundays and Bank Holidays from Easter to 30 September: 10.00am-5pm

Admission is free