Museums, Art Galleries & Libraries in Wakefield

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Free

The Hepworth Wakefield

An inspiring new art gallery, ten superb gallery spaces make this one of the UKs largest and most visited galleries.

National Coal Mining Museum for England
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Free

National Coal Mining Museum for England

The museum offers guided underground tours where visitors can experience the conditions miners worked in and see the tools and machines they used.

Royal Armouries Museum
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Free

Royal Armouries Museum

A fascinating museum showcasing an impressive collection of arms throughout history, offering an immersive journey into the world of military history.

Leeds City Museum
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Free

Leeds City Museum

Visit Leeds City Museum and come face-to-face with the Leeds Tiger, step into 'Ancient Worlds' and see the final resting place of the Leeds Mummy.

Thackray Museum of Medicine
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Adults £11.95

Thackray Museum of Medicine

Explore medical history through interactive exhibits, immersive displays, and fascinating artifacts, offering insight into healthcare's evolution.

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Adults £6.80

Abbey House Museum

Step back in time at this captivating museum, featuring immersive exhibits and interactive displays showcasing local history and heritage.

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Free

Worsbrough Mill Museum

A 17th century working water mill set in 240 acres of tranquil Country Park. It is an amazing place to visit, have fun and see history come to life.

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Free

Bradford Industrial Museum

Explore industrial heritage in Bradford. Housed in historic mills, the museum showcases textile machinery, printing, and exhibits on local manufacturing.

National Science and Media Museum
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Free

National Science and Media Museum

Explore interactive exhibits, historic media artifacts, and cutting-edge science, fostering curiosity and innovation.

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Adults £6

Kelham Island Museum

Located in one of the citys oldest industrial districts, the museum stands on a man-made island over 900 years old.

The National Videogame Museum
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Adults £14

The National Videogame Museum

The National Videogame Museum collects, preserves, exhibits and interprets videogames for everyone. Forever.

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Free

Bishops' House

Steeped in history and full of charm, Bishops' House is both a museum and Sheffield's best preserved timber framed building.