Wisbech and Fenland Museum
Discover local heritage and more at Wisbech and Fenland Museum, built in 1847, it is a perfect surviving example of the Victorian museum.
Originally opened in 1847 as a purpose-built site for Wisbech Literary Society and Museum Society, today the museum offers a unique glimpse into the region's rich heritage. Explore the diverse collection of ethnography, natural history, geology, archaeology, decorative arts and paintings within its Victorian walls.
Explore the Victorian interior
The museum's stunning Victorian interior is a marvel in itself, showcasing the architectural styles and design elements of the era.
The Townshend Collection
Discover decorative art, archives, rare books and paintings bequeathed to the Museum by Reverend Chauncey Hare Townshend, the most treasured possessions of which is the original manuscript of Charles Dickens' classic novel, Great Expectations.
Events and activities
Throughout the year, the museum hosts a variety of events and workshops, such as talks, exhibitions, workshops and family activities.
Visitor information
Address
Museum Square, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1ES
01945 583817
Opening times
Due to building works the Museum is currently open:
Thursdays and Saturdays 10am - 4pm
Last admissions 3.45pm