
Museum
Come and enjoy amazing history, art, culture and activities in our accessible and family friendly galleries.
Ranging from Egyptian mummies to local history and wildlife, Bolton's collection has something for everyone.
Bringing the Library, Museum, Art Gallery, Archives and Aquarium to you at Home!
Harwood Library will be closed for essential maintenance from Monday 17 February
Please note that the last day for public PC use will be Thursday 13 February. The last day the library will be open is Saturday 15 February. Work is expected to take up to 6 weeks. Reservations due to be collected from Harwood Library during this time will be sent up to Bromley Cross Library for collection.
Extended opening at Bromley Cross Library from Monday 17 February
While the work at Harwood Library takes place, Bromley Cross Library will see its opening hours extended to match Harwood's usual hours:
Mondays - 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesdays - 10:00 - 19:00
Wednesdays - CLOSED
Thursdays - 10:00 - 17:00
Fridays - CLOSED
Saturdays - 10:00 - 17:00
Sundays - CLOSED
Once Harwood Library has re-opened. The opening hours will return to normal.
Bolton Museum - Gallery Notice
Bolton Museum's Nature Gallery (Animals, Plants and Minerals) is partially closed for essential maintenance until further notice.
Come and enjoy amazing history, art, culture and activities in our accessible and family friendly galleries. Find information about branch opening times and all our other services. History and visitor information about our historic halls Hall i' th' Wood Museum and Smithills Hall. Greater Manchester's only public aquarium, based in the Central Library and Museum building. Browse archives indexes and plan your visit to the History Centre. Come and enjoy amazing history, art, culture and activities in our accessible and family friendly galleries.
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Join us for an unforgettable February Half Term as we embark on an exciting journey into the depths of the ocean! From Saturday 15th February to Sunday 23rd February 2025 11-3pm.
A day of lectures and practical workshops
What's on at Bolton Library and Museums Service January to June 2025