Bruton Museum
Focusing on the Somerset town's history, Bruton Museum tells stories of the local area and offers insight into the lives of those who've lived there.
Founded in 1989, the museum occupies the Dovecote Building on the High Street, sharing space with a tourist information office. With its manageable size and diverse collection, it's a perfect place to spend an afternoon exploring the town's rich heritage and artistic spirit.
Historical journey
Go on a chronological adventure, from Jurassic fossils to Roman and Saxon eras through archaeological finds. Delve into Bruton's medieval heyday as a significant ecclesiastical centre and see masonry from the demolished Bruton Abbey.
Famous residents
The museum houses sculptures by Ernst Blensdorf, a German refugee who found solace in artistic expression during World War II. Literature enthusiasts may be intrigued to see the writing desk used by American writer John Steinbeck during his 1959 stay in Bruton.
Contemporary art
The Bruton Museum champions the creativity of the present alongside the treasures of the past. The CASESPACE, a dedicated exhibition area, features rotating displays of contemporary art and provides a platform for local talent.
Visitor information
Address
26 High Street, Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0AA
01749 813294
Opening times
Monday–Friday 11am–1pm
Saturday 11am–3pm (closed Sundays and 24 December to 2 January inclusive).
Other times by appointment.
Exclusions and safety measures
Closed on public holidays