Grosvenor Museum

The museum holds the largest and most comprehensive collection of Chester silver, and the internationally important archaeological collection includes a display of Roman tombstones. The historic and contemporary fine art celebrates half a millennium of artistic practice and patronage in the region, while the period room displays chart changing fashions in the domestic interior. Other displays include costume and natural history, and there is a wide-ranging programme of exhibitions and events.

Art we’ve helped buy at Grosvenor Museum

View of the walls of Chester, looking towards Wales

Grosvenor Museum Acquired 1951

South West view of Chester Cathedral

Grosvenor Museum Acquired 1951

St John's Church, Chester

Grosvenor Museum Acquired 1951

Chester Castle and Skinners' Yard

Grosvenor Museum Acquired 1959

Silver Punch Bowl

Grosvenor Museum Acquired 1962

House in Foregate Street, Chester

Grosvenor Museum Acquired 1970