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Museums in Lincolnshire

Alford Manor House Museum    Beautiful thatched manor built in the 17th century contains the obligatory displays on local history, but also recreations of period scenes, including a cobbler's shop, a chemist's, and a Victorian veterinarian's premises. West Street, Alford, Lincolnshire, England, LN13 9DJ Attraction Type: Museum Location: on the A1111 Website: Alford Manor House Museum Email: info@alfordmanorhouse.co.uk Phone: 01507 463073 Location map OS TF453 760 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Boston Guildhall Museum   A museum housed in the historic 15th century guildhall, the site where the Pilgrim Fathers were imprisoned in 1607 before sailing to America (the original prison cells can be viewed). Se a 16th century kitchen, and maritime and rural exhibits. St Mary's Guildhall, South Street Boston, Lincolnshire, England, PE21 6HT Attraction Type: Museum Location: off the A52 Email: enquiries@thehavengallery.org.uk Phone: 01205 358 737 Location map OS TF329 440 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Gordon Boswell Romany Museum    An unusual collection of Romany (gypsy) horse-drawn caravans and carts. In addition there is a slide-show and presentation on the Romany way of life, plus tools, cooking utensils, and photographs. Clay Lake, Spalding, Lincolnshire, England, PE12 6BL Attraction Type: Museum Location: off A16 Website: Gordon Boswell Romany Museum Phone: 01775 710599 Location map OS TF253 211 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Incredibly Fantastic Old Toy Museum    An old church hall houses this collection of over 1,000 toys, including dolls, teddy bears, trains, cars, rocking horses, and games. For the young and the young at heart. 26 Westgate, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, LN1 3BD Attraction Type: Museum Location: in town centre, near cathedral Phone: 01522 520 534 Location map OS SK975 720 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Museum of Lincolnshire Life    A short walk from the Cathedral Quarter, this museum illustrates the social history of Lincolnshire over the past several centuries, with exhibits focusing on the county's agricultural and industrial past. Prize among the exhibits is a WWI tank, a memory of the importance of Lincolnshire in the development of the tank. Directly behind the museum is Ellis Mill, a working windmill which dates back to the 18th century. The museum is well signposted from the historic centre of Lincoln, and there are paid parking lots within a block or so. Burton Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, LN1 3LY Attraction Type: Museum Location: Signposted from Lincoln town centre. Several nearby car parks. Website: Museum of Lincolnshire Life Email: lincolnshirelife_museum@lincolnshire.gov.uk Phone: +44 (0) 1522 528448 Fax: +44 (0) 1522 521264 Location map Details of Museum of Lincolnshire Life OS SK972722 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

The Collection   A modern museum tracing the rich history of Lincolnshire through hands-on exhibits. Visitors can view archaeological finds from prehistory, Roman Lincoln, and the medieval period, right up to the modern day. Located immediately beside the Usher Gallery. Danes Terrace, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, LN2 1LP Attraction Type: Museum Location: A very short walk from Lincoln High Street and the Cathedral Quarter. Parking at Broadgate and Flaxengate car parks (charge applies). Email: thecollection@lincolnshire.gov.uk Phone: +44 (0)1522 550990 Fax: +44(0)1522 550991 Location map Details of The Collection OS SK977715 Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Usher Gallery   A modern museum tracing the rich history of Lincolnshire through hands-on exhibits. Visitors can view archaeological finds from prehistory, Roman Lincoln, and the medieval period, right up to the modern day. Located immediately beside the Usher Gallery. Danes Terrace, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, LN2 1LP Attraction Type: Museum Location: A very short walk from Lincoln High Street and the Cathedral Quarter. Parking at Broadgate and Flaxengate car parks (charge applies). Email: thecollection@lincolnshire.gov.uk Phone: +44 (0)1522 550990 Fax: +44(0)1522 550991 Location map Details of Usher Gallery OS SK977715 Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering