The Herschel Museum is currently closed due to the National Lockdown but thanks to a Cultural Recovery Grant we are preparing for when we can safely re-open
Winter 2021 Events
February online event for families, “Is it true about the Apple Mr Newton?” with Professor Mike Edmunds
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
Museum is currently closed due to National Lockdown but thanks to a Cultural Recovery Grant we are preparing for a safe re-opening
