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Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery

Type:Arts, Crafts & Galleries

Museum Street, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 7AJ

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Tel: 01254 667 130

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Outside of the museum building in Blackburn

Encounter beetles, badgers, Japanese art and an Egyptian mummy on a back street in Blackburn. From cotton looms and coins, to football clubs and religious icons - experience over 2000 years of history with us. Learn about the town’s communities, international connections and the role it played during the Industrial Revolution. 

At Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery there are things to make, dress-up costume and activities to enjoy for visitors of all ages. Escape to other worlds in the Victorian gallery, attend a theatre show, draw your own portrait and experience a real night at the museum.  

Create your own design on an original printing press, join in with the National Festival of Making, enjoy changing exhibitions and join our programme of events throughout the year.  

Whether looking for inspiration, half-term fun or simply an escape from everyday life, either with friends, family or alone - it is the perfect place to visit. There is always something new to discover at this hidden jewel - just steps away from the bustle of shopping in the town centre. 

 

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Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Free AdmissionFree

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Opening Times

Opening (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023)
DayTimes
Monday - TuesdayClosed*
Wednesday - Saturday12:00 - 16:45*
SundayClosed*
Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

Gradings

  • VAQAS VB Attraction
VAQAS VB Attraction

Awards

  • Sub-Regional AwardsPartner of Visit Lancashire Partner of Visit Lancashire 2018

Directions

Road Directions

Centrally located in Blackburn town centre. Easy walking distance from car parks.

Public Transport Directions

Blackburn Museum is approx. 10 minute walk from Blackburn bus and railway stations.Contact Blackburn Visitor Centre for details of public transport 01254 688040For Information out of normal office hours conact Traveline 0871 200 2233 or National Rail 08457 484 950

Facilities

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  • Open All Year

Establishment Features

  • Disabled Access/Toilets

Parking & Transport

  • Coaches Welcome

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