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Wakefield Museum
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Wood Street
Wakefield
WF1 2EW
West Yorkshire
England
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Collection details
Archaeology, Archives, Coins and Medals, Costume and Textiles, Natural Sciences, Personalities, Photography, Social History, World Cultures
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Contact details
Museum office (Tel)
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01924 305 351
Reception (Tel)
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01924 305 356
General information (Fax)
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01924 305 353
E-mail
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museumsandarts@wakefield.gov.uk
Website
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www.wakefield.gov.uk/cultureandleisure/museums/
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Open
Mon-Sat 1030-1630, Sun 1400-1630
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Closed
Christmas and New Year
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Admission charges
Admission free
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Description
Wakefield Museum was completely refurbished and made fully accessible in 2000. Visitors of all ages will enjoy exploring the new, interactive displays which tell the history of Wakefield from prehistoric times to the present day. An unexpected treasure is the exhibition on the South American rainforest, featuring the Charles Waterton collection form the early nineteenth century. Visitors can also see the current temporary exhibition, use the local history resource base and search the digital archive of historic photographs.
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Collections description
Charles Waterton collection of exotic species from S. American rainforest. Social history from earliest settlers to 21st Century. Archaeology from the Wakefield District, including artefacts from nearby Sandal Castle.
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Articles
MGM 2003 - Digging Science At Wakefield Museum
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General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Foreign language leaflet or brochure available
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Collections
Object identification and/or written enquiry service
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
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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 all public areas
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Children and Families
Activities for pre-school children
Events and resources for children and families
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General Education
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
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
Meeting room available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
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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