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!
Farnworth Library is currently closed for essential maintenance until further notice.
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 at Bolton Central Library on Monday 27th October for our Diwali Celebration
Bolton Library and Museum Service Events over October Half Term