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Ruskin Museum
Coniston, Cumbria.
"The most thought-provoking in the Lakes"
(Source: The Rough Guide to The Lake District)
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There has been a Ruskin Museum in Coniston since 1901, when W.G.
Collingwood, a local artist and antiquarian who had been Ruskin's secretary,
set it up both as a memorial to Ruskin and a celebration of the area's
heritage. Therefore, although the museum has a Ruskin collection, there are
also exhibits relating to the coppermines, slate, geology, lace, farming and
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Inspiring as well as educational, the museum has additional folders of
information to complement the collection.
THERE REALLY IS
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE !!
Latest Additions |
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Bluebirds K7's Orpheus Engine is now displaying at the museum, along with Arthur Ransome's boat 'Mavis' (Amazon). 'NEW BLUEBIRD WING' - extension to The Ruskin Museum, NOW OPEN expected return of Bluebird K7 in late 2011 /early 2012
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Summer Opening 2011/12 Winter Opening 2011/12 Saturday 17 March 2012: Daily 10.00am until 5.30pm (Last entry 45 mins before
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(no charge for children under 5 years) Group rates available Discount vouchers available for Steam Yacht Gondola, Coniston Launch, and Brantwood, Party rates available please phone museum for details.
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