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Covering thousands of years of both human and natural history, there is so much for families to discover across Ipswich Museums’ three venues.

  • Immerse yourself in over 500 years of history in the stunning Tudor Mansion, set within Christchurch Park.
  • See a changing programme of local and touring exhibitions, featuring art, museum collections and more at Ipswich Art Gallery.
  • Explore the Victorian Natural History Gallery at Ipswich Museum, travel back to Ancient Egypt or see how the town has changed since the Stone Age.

Where will your adventure start?

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Ipswich Museum

Enjoy a fun-filled day out and make lasting memories at Ipswich Museum, home to our much-loved mammoth, Wool-I-Am. Travel the globe or step back in time and see how Ipswich has changed since the Stone Age. 

We are working hard and following Government guidance to protect our visitors and staff, so some things might look a little different when you visit.

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Ipswich Art Gallery

Be moved and inspired by our changing programme, bringing together all kinds of artforms, museum objects and more. From Ipswich collections to touring exhibitions, local to international artists, there is something for everyone.  

Ipswich Art Gallery is currently closed for maintenance work. We hope to re-open with a new exhibition in the Spring/Summer of 2021. 

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Christchurch Mansion

Explore the period rooms from the Tudor kitchen to the sumptuous Georgian saloon, or gaze at the fine collection of art from Thomas Gainsborough and John Constable.

We are working hard and following Government guidance to protect our visitors and staff, so some things might look a little different when you visit.

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Keep up to date with our latest exhibitions, events and projects by subscribing to our museum mailing list. You’ll receive regular emails with the latest news from Christchurch Mansion, Ipswich Art Gallery and Ipswich Museum.

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Museum From Home

 

Looking for things to do? We have a variety of activities to help educate and entertain. Inspired by the collections across Colchester and Ipswich, from art to nature, archaeology to social history, we hope to bring the museum to you!

You can follow us on social media for all the latest ideas, or find our library below.

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Events

Discover new ideas in Ipswich.

Browse the diary to discover what’s on in Ipswich, including fun events for all the family, talks, tours and evening events for adults.

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Exhibitions + Displays

Our programme draws from Ipswich’s own art and museum collections, as well as touring exhibitions and work by local artists.

Currently on display at Christchurch Mansion, we have Ed Sheeran: Made in Suffolk.

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