The Museum of Cambridge is an independent museum sharing 300 years of local history. Discover fascinating displays of historic objects and learn about the everyday lives of past generations in Cambridge.
Why visit?
- Enjoy a calm environment perfect for taking time for yourself and boosting your wellbeing.
- Learn new things, spark your creativity, and have positive social experiences.
- Opportunities to volunteer at the museum can help you build skills and confidence.
What to expect:
- Explore over 20,000 objects telling the stories of Cambridgeshire people.
- Open five days a week (check website for current opening times).
- Events for adults and children, plus online exhibitions and learning resources.
- A shop selling locally-made gifts, jewellery, toys, books, and souvenirs.
Volunteering: The Museum is currently recruiting Front of House volunteers. This fun and vital role involves welcoming visitors, opening the museum, and helping in the shop. Volunteers are supported by a friendly team and enjoy regular coffee catch-ups and team briefs. For more information, visit the volunteering page or email volunteer@museumofcambridge.org.uk.
Admission:
- Free for children aged 12 and under, and for carers accompanying a visitor.
- Admission fee for visitors aged 13 and over, with reduced rates for jobseekers, students, and those aged 13–18. See website for details.
Accessibility: The museum building is not wheelchair accessible, but the shop is accessible via a street-level entrance. There is a wheelchair accessible toilet on the ground floor.
Getting there: Located on Castle Hill, at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. No parking on site; nearest bus stop is on Bridge Street via Madingley Road Park & Ride.