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Museum of Island History

Museum

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Address/Location

Guildhall
High Street
NEWPORT
Isle of Wight
PO30 1TY

Contact

Tel: +44 01983 823433 / 823366

Designed by John Nash and built in 1816, the historic Guildhall is home to the Museum of Island History.

Discover the Island from pre-historic past to the present day with:
* Touch Screen Computers.
* Hands on Exhibits.
* Quizzes and Games.
* Microscopic Exploration.
The museum has a small temporary exhibition gallery.

OPENING:
Open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 - 16:00.

ADMISSION CHARGES:
Adults - £2.00
Concessions - £1.20
Family - £5.00

Ticket Information

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Concession ticket£1.20 per ticket
Child ticket£1.20 per ticket
Adult ticket£2.00 per ticket
Family ticket£5.00 per ticket

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

Opening Times

Open All Year
Opening (01/01/2013 - 31/12/2013)
DayTimes
Tuesday10:3016:00
Thursday10:3016:00

* Open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 - 16:00.

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