The museum is open!
We are taking online bookings for self-led visits, open Wednesday to Sunday.
STOP PRESS: Few slots still available for Solar Observing – Summer Solstice Monday 21st June 10am – 5pm
Visiting Us
The Herschel Museum of Astronomy is dedicated to the many achievements of the Herschels, who were distinguished astronomers as well as talented musicians. It was from this house, using a telescope of his own design that William discovered the planet Uranus in 1781.
Read about our latest awards here
Finding Us
Herschel Museum of Astronomy,19 New King Street, Bath BA1 2BL
Next Event
Solar Observing: Summer Solstice 21 June, 10am – 5pm
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Solar gazing 2020
