Folkestone Museum
With a National Art Pass you get
Folkestone Museum offers a fascinating journey through the town’s rich history, from coastal origins to a vibrant seaside resort.
Housed in the historic Town Hall, Folkestone Museum showcases local history spanning prehistoric times to the 20th century.
Explore Folkestone’s past
Visitors can discover fossils, maritime artefacts, and exhibits highlighting Folkestone’s evolution as a seaside destination and its role in the World Wars. The museum blends archaeology, natural history, and social stories for a varied cultural experience.
Remarkable collections
The museum’s Master Collection of Fine Art features rare works by European Old Masters, including Italian, Dutch, French, and British artists, making it a unique provincial treasure. Natural history remains a cornerstone, with impressive fossil and butterfly specimens from the region, reflecting Folkestone’s geological and ecological heritage.
Events and learning
Regular family workshops, educational school visits and rotating exhibitions provide fresh insights and hands-on activities, making Folkestone Museum a welcoming place for all ages.
Why you should go
Discover rare European Old Masters
Explore local fossils and natural history
Enjoy family-friendly activities
Visitor information
Address
Folkestone Museum, Town Hall, 2 Guildhall Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1DY
01303 257946
Opening times
Tuesday - Saturday
10AM to 4PM (last entry 3:30)
