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American Museum in Britain

Situated within 120 acres of wonderful grounds and stunning scenery, the American Museum in Britain is home to the finest collection of Americana outside of the United States.

The interactive American Heritage Exhibition precedes a series of attractive period rooms dating from colonial times until the eve of the Civil War.

Includes an outstanding quilt collection, inspiring Folk Art gallery and fascinating map exhibition.
Has special annual exhibition (March-Oct) with an exciting calendar of events, plus festive Christmas displays to end the year (Nov-Dec).

Quilting Bee - every Tuesday afternoon from 12.00 to 4:00pm, quilting groups from the area demonstrate their talents and chat with visitors about this vibrant and contemporary art. Included with full museum admission.

Opening Times

2008 Christmas Opening 22 Nov 2008 - 14 Dec 2008

Day	Opening Times
Monday	- Closed
Tuesday	12:00 - 16:30
Wednesday	12:00 - 16:30
Thursday	12:00 - 16:30
Friday	12:00 - 16:30
Saturday	12:00 - 16:30
Sunday	12:00 - 16:30
Bank Holiday	- Closed

Events

Tickets Information

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff*
Family (2 adults & 2 children)	£20.00 per ticket
Adult	from £5.00 to £7.50 per ticket
Senior Citizens/Students	from £4.00 to £6.50 per ticket
Group	from £6.00 to £9.00 per ticket
Child 5 - 16	from £3.00 to £4.00 per ticket

Road Directions

Take Exit 18 from the M4 joining the A46 to Bath (10 miles). At major traffic lights take left turn to A36 Warminster. Follow signs for University and American Museum.

Public Transport Directions

By Bus: No. 18 or 418 university bus to 'The Avenue'. museum 10 - 15 minutes downhill walk.
By Coach: Must approach via Bathwick Hill (turn right at A36 junction, following signs to university).