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Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, Bournemouth
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Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
East Cliff
Bournemouth
BH1 3AA
Dorset
England
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Collection details
Architecture, Costume and Textiles, Decorative and Applied Art, Fine Art, Maritime, Personalities, Social History, World Cultures
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Contact details
General information (Tel)
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01202 451858
24 hour answer-phone (Tel)
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01202 451800
General information (Fax)
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01202 451851
E-mail
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r-c.enquiries@bournemouth.gov.uk
Website
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www.russell-cotes.bournemouth.gov.uk
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Open
Tue-Sun 1000-1700
Summer Bank Holiday Mon 1000-1700
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Closed
Mon
Good Friday and Christmas Day.
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Admission charges
Admission Free
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Description
This Grade II* seaside villa is the former home of Sir Merton and Lady Annie Russell-Cotes, who designed it to house their art collection and objects from their world travels. It was gifted to the borough in 1908 and opened as a museum in 1922. A modern extension has since been added following a Heritage Lottery Fund refurbishment providing temporary gallery space as well as a shop and cafe.
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Collections description
One of the last Victorian houses built, East Cliff Hall incorporates an eclectic mix of Scottish, Italian and Moorish styles creating a unique atmosphere. The collection includes Victorian art and sculpture; artefacts from the Russell-Cotes' extensive world travels, including a dedicated Japanese gallery; a gallery devoted to the actor Henry Irving; an Edwin Longsden Long gallery; and changing temporary exhibitions showcasing modern art and items from the museum's store. Items not on display can be viewed by prior arrangement.
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Key artists and exhibits
Japanese Art
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Henry Irving
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Rossetti
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Venus Verticordia
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Victorian Art
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Edwin Longsden Long
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Anno Domini
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Articles
Bamforth's Saucy Seaside Postcards At Russell-Cotes Art Gallery
The Kids Are All Right At Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
Phase One Of Museum Hubs Kicks Off Renaissance In The Regions
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Trails
Museums and Literature in the South West
Where To Find The Pre-Raphaelite Collections
Where To Find The Pre-Raphaelites In The Regions
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Events
Saturday Art Club at the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
Workshop or activity session
'Secrets of the Saucy Seaside Postcard' at the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
Exhibition (temporary)
A Victorian Christmas at the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
; Performance; Seasonal event; Workshop or activity session
A-Z A Handbook - Cleo Mussi, Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
Exhibition (temporary)
Manga to Mural - the Japanese Sketches of John Thomas, Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
; Exhibition (temporary)
Hidden Gems from the Collection at the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
Exhibition (temporary)
Ceramics Showcase at the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
Exhibition (temporary)
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General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Information point provided
Guided tours
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Collections
General guide to collections available
Specialist publications on collections available
Object identification and/or written enquiry service
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Public access available to collections information
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Disability Access
Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities
Induction loops in lecture theatres
Toilets for disabled
Touch exhibits and/or handling sessions
Wheelchair access to some public areas
Wheelchairs available for loan
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Children and Families
Activities for pre-school children
Baby changing facilities
Children's play area
Events and resources for children and families
Gardens open to public
Indoor soft play area
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General Education
Academic publications and resources available
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
Loan service
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
Teaching/resources available for HE/FE students
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Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Printed/audio-visual information available for schools
Secondary school education service available
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Facilities
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
Gardens open to public
Meeting room available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Research facilities for academics
Shop
Study facilities
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Information published here was believed to be correct at the time it was prepared. Welsh language pages developed with CYMAL: Museums Archives and Libraries Wales, funded by the Welsh Assembly Government.
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