Dorset Museums AssociationThere’s something for everyone in Dorset’s museums and galleries from the Victorian splendour of the Russell Cotes Art Gallery and Museum in the West to the amazing array of dinosaur fossils to be found in Lyme Regis Museum on the County’s eastern border.
This site provides a gateway to everything Dorset museums have to offer.
Find out more about all the museums near you or use the search function to plan a perfect day discovering Dorset’s fascinating history.
Planning a Fun Day for the Family or Scheduling a School Trip?
The Facilities and Learning sections on the museum information pages will help you discover which Dorset museums are best suited to your needs and interests.
English HeritageSherborne Old Castle is a short walk from Castleton Waterwheel Museum
Sherborne MuseumBe intrigued, informed and inspired by free exhibitions, talks and family-friendly events.
Sherborne Science CafeThe Sherborne Science Cafe provides a forum in which we can discuss aspects of science and the interaction between science and society.
Wessex Mills GroupThe Group was formed in 2003 as a centre for the milling heritage of Devon, Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire.
The Group meets regularly, often in one of our local mills, and we welcome new members and their guests. For membership please contact us.