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Wareham, Dorset, United Kingdom
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Wareham Town Museum tells the story of the Wareham area from prehistoric times to the present day. It has a special section on Lawrence of Arabia and is regularly updated with new exhibits.
The Museum is supported by Wareham Town Council and is run by volunteers who endeavour to maintain the advertised opening hours.
New volunteers are always welcome! Interested? Click here!
100 Years
of the
of the
Royal
Naval
Cordite
Factory
Naval
Cordite
Factory
Admission is absolutely free!
We are, of course, always happy to accept donations
if you have enjoyed your visit! Donations Boxes are by the museum door
if you have enjoyed your visit! Donations Boxes are by the museum door
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Site expanded and redesigned May 2016
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T E Lawrence
Dinosaurs
100 Years Ago
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Pottery
Royal
Naval
Cordite
Factory
Naval
Cordite
Factory
World
War I
and the
Great Fire
of Wareham
War I
and the
Great Fire
of Wareham
Wareham’s Saxon Sword
Kimmeridge Woman
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The Kimmeridge Woman Exhibition
Here in Wareham Town Museum !
Discover one of Dorset's most fascinating archaeological finds at our Kimmeridge Woman exhibition
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New Roman Coins display
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Memories of Wareham in the 1970s
including the Museum Opening
including the Museum Opening
Daytime & Evening Talks - 235 folk attended
Held in the Corn Exchange 28th September 2024
Our Statement of Purpose
To tell the story of Wareham’s cultural heritage from prehistoric to modern times, and to ensure that the collections of artefacts, documents and images are safeguarded and developed for future generations.
We are in the heart of Wareham by the main traffic lights and Town Hall
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Open Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm
Saturdays: 11am to 4pm - Closed Sundays
Saturdays: 11am to 4pm -
Open from: 5th April 2025
Season ends: 31st October 2025
Limited opening during Winter months - see HERE
Season ends: 31st October 2025
Limited opening during Winter months -
We are in the heart of Wareham by the main traffic lights and Town Hall
(Click Location tab above)
(Click Location tab above)
Winter Opening:
Thursdays & Fridays 10am to 2pm
Thursdays & Fridays 10am to 2pm
Starts Thursday 6th Nov 2025
Summer Season restarts: 30th March 2026
For more details please see HERE
Summer Season restarts: 30th March 2026
For more details please see HERE