Dorset Museums

Dorset Museums

Dorset museums focus in on history and heritage in all its forms. Discover the fascinating archaeological story of the county and its superb Roman legacy. The military has always had a strong presence in Dorset and this is reflected in many of the museums. The sea and smuggling are another favourite topic. Dorset is famous for its geology and this and dinosaurs feature particularly. More international topics, such as Tutankhamun and the Terracotta Warriors are also covered in different Dorset museums.

Dorchester is the museum capital of south west England. Dorchester museums feature everything from dinosaurs and Romans, teddy bears and Tutankhamun, terracotta warriors and the military, to Thomas Hardy and geology. Dorchester museums offer great days out for all the family.

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