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Moyse’s Hall Museum

Steeped in history, Moyse’s Hall has looked out over Bury St Edmunds market place for almost 900 years.

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Steeped in history, Moyse’s Hall has looked out over Bury St Edmunds market place for almost 900 years.

The landmark 12th century building’s rich and varied past has included serving as the town gaol, workhouse and police station, first opening as a museum in 1899.

Today the museum offers a fascinating view into the past with collections that document the foundation of the early town – from the creation and dissolution of the Abbey, to prison paraphernalia and artefacts providing intriguing insights into superstition and witchcraft.

Step inside to find St Edmundsbury’s world class collection of horology including rare timepieces bequeathed by musician and clock collector Frederic Gershom Parkington; fine art by renowned local artists Mary Beale and Rose Mead;  the Suffolk Regiment gallery; plus changing exhibitions in the Great Hall.

For additional information about admission, opening hours, access, facilities and learning opportunities, please visit the museum website.

 

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Moyse’s Hall Museum
Cornhill
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
IP33 1DX

T: 01284 706183
E: moyseshall@stedsbc.gov.uk
W: www.moyseshall.org/

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Moyse’s Hall Museum in 1000th anniversary year of Abbey of St Edmund

Dan Clarke, Heritage Officer for West Suffolk Council, shares what’s planned for spring/summer 2022: Moyse’s Hall are in for a busy period over the coming months, with the Horrible Histories author launching his new Suffolk-focused book, ‘Terry Deary’s Terrible Tales… Continue reading Moyse’s Hall Museum in 1000th anniversary year of Abbey of St Edmund

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