Nestled in the centre of our historic and picturesque town, Towcester Museum brings the past to life, through preservation and presentation of the town's rich heritage, from Roman roots to the present day.
Step inside Towcester Museum and uncover 5,000 years of history
With hands-on displays, passionate volunteers and a warm welcome, our museum is here to educate, entertain and inform our visitors about the history of the Towcester district.
Come and explore our town’s amazing array of artefacts and learn fascinating facts about our centuries of local heritage in a space that’s welcoming, inclusive and designed for everyone.
Welcome!
We’re excited to share this slice of Towcester with you.
Our museum’s mission is to preserve, interpret and celebrate our town’s unique heritage, through engaging experiences, hands-on learning and stories that connect people with their past.
Your Community Hub
We're here for you
We are proud to be the heartbeat of our town, bringing together local people old and young… whether you’re a parent, grandparent, childminder, teacher, history lover, tourist… you’ll find something here to captivate your interest.
We proudly have a team of amazing volunteers who are always on hand with a friendly smile and plenty of facts to enhance your visit.
"Fabulous little museum with an abundance of history... we learned so much about Towcester and its rightful place in the history of England..."
Kids Zone
Igniting children’s curiosity
At Towcester Museum, we’re passionate about igniting children’s curiosity about history and we love making their visits here as fun and kid-friendly as we can.
Our friendly rat guide, Dorum, shares grisly facts about Towcester’s history.
We have dressing up areas with a
variety of historic costumes, interactive
games, e-learning, worksheets, puzzles
and quizzes.
“The museum was full of treasure, I found a coin in the quiz and got a certificate!”
Exhibitions & Events
Shaping the Museum together
Whether you’re based in Towcester or one of the surrounding villages, your ideas can help shape what we do next, from exhibition themes and local stories to events, talks or partnerships.
If you have an idea to share, or something you think deserves a place in a future display, we’d be delighted to hear from you. We’re especially keen to connect with local history groups, schools, businesses, collectors and families with a story to tell.
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