About — American Museum & Gardens
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Explore, create and play this Easter time

 

About

 
 

A special estate on the Bath skyline

Just ten minutes from the centre of Bath, find fascinating American stories, textiles, decorative art and design, acres of wildlife-friendly gardens and deli with spectacular valley views. There are exciting exhibitions, events and activities for all, including a children’s play area.

Whether you’re looking to escape and relax surrounded by beauty, or be curious and creative; come and be inspired, explore, and discover something different in Bath.

We are an independent charity and greatly value your support. Every penny you spend when buying admission, membership or gifts in our shop goes towards protecting this special place for everyone to enjoy.

Museum & exhibitions

American stories, heritage, art and design, from Indigenous peoples to Shakers and beyond, with textiles, furniture and much more presented in period rooms, as well as special exhibitions

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Gardens & estate

Acres of wildlife-friendly gardens, parkland and woodland, with spectacular Cotswold valley views and beautiful borders to enjoy in every season, as well as a children’s natural climb-and-play garden

 

Our story

Find out more about the Museum’s founders, our mission and values as an independent charity, and our work for social and climate justice at our estate in Bath

For families

Spark imagination, unwind in open spaces, create and play all day, and discover new things on our seasonal indoor and outdoor family trails – a fun day out for all ages

 

Venue hire

We are the perfect location for all kinds of seasonal events, large or small, from family or community events to business, corporate and commercial events

 
 

Pick up an official guide

Our beautiful new guidebook is full of information about the museum, the collections and the gardens – pick up your copy at the ticket office or shop when you visit

choose membership

Great value membership gives unlimited free entry to the museum, gardens, exhibition and deli during our open season, plus many more special benefits