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Harris Museum and Art Gallery
The Harris Museum offers the best of contemporary art and of Preston's heritage in a beautiful Grade 1 listed building. What's more, it's free! There is something for everyone; collections of paintings, sculpture, textiles, costume, glass and ceramics as well as the story of Preston gallery, contemporary art shows and a shop and cafe. Admission is free and with about fifteen temporary exhibitions each year there is always something new to see. Exhibitions and displays are also accompanied by activities and events for all the family.
Opening Times
Harris Museum and Art Gallery 1 Jan 2008 - 31 Dec 2008
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | - Closed |
| Bank Holiday | - Closed |
* FREE ADMISSION
Events
Monday, 10th December 2007 - Monday, 5th January 2009
Saturday, 21st June 2008 - Saturday, 31st January 2009
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Adult Ticket | free |
| Child Ticket | free |
| Concession | free |
| Free Admission | free |
| Group Ticket | free |
| Senior Citizen | free |
Road Directions
Leave M6, jct 31 to Preston. Follow signs to city centre, park in bus station car park. From car park follow signs to city centre and Guild Hall. Walk through Guild Hall shopping arcade. At the exit on Lancaster Road you will see the rear of the Harris building opposite you and to the left.
Public Transport Directions
From Preston train station, leave by ticket office exit and walk up concourse. Turn right onto Fishergate and carry straight on until you reach Boots. Turn left onto Market Square and the Harris is on your right. Approx 10min walk .
By bus, alight at Preston Bus station and follow signs to city centre/Guild Hall. From Guild Hall see road directions above.
Facilities
- Disabled Access Level 1
- Disabled Access Level 2
- Disabled Access Level 3
- Disabled Access/Toilets
- Open All Year
Accessibility
- Café/Restaurant On Site
Parking & Transport
- Coaches Welcome
Contact Info
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