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Welcome to Portland Museum

The Treasure on the Island

Avice's Cottage - Situated above Church Ope Cove at Wakeham
Founded by Dr Marie Stopes the famous birth control pioneer in 1929 and who gifted the cottages to the people of Portland in 1930. It is housed in two, 17th century, picturesque thatched Portland Stone cottages, nestling above Church Ope Cove.  Inspired by one of these cottages, Wessex author, Thomas Hardy, made it the home of Avice, the heroine in "The Wellbeloved", one of his last novels.

In the 2009 season, the Museum had a major makeover, which has continued into 2011.  If you have visited us before, do come back - and be prepared to be amazed by the new displays based on all our specialist themes - Stone, Sea & Shipwrecks, Local Archaeology and Famous Portland People.  If you have never visited Portland Museum before, be amongst the first to enjoy our new and varied collection of interesting things that represent the island's history and heritage.

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Address: Portland Museum, 217 Wakeham, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1HS
Tel: 01305 821804
Email: portlandmuseum@gmail.com

Opening Times: Winter 2012

Opening: Half Term Saturday 11th to Sunday to the 19th February, 2012

Wednesday 15th is 'Dino Day - The Jurassic Years'

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Click here EVENTS PAGE - Past & Present Activities

 10.30 am – 4.00 pm. (Last Entry 3.30)

Early Opening & Special Days

2012 Admission Prices:

Adults: £3.00

Seniors and Students:  £2.50

Children over 5 years: £1.00

Children 5 and under are FREE
 

Facilities:

Free Car Park (If heading for Portland Bill, just past the Museum on the Right)

Visitor WC

Guide Dogs Welcome

Schools and Educational Visits:

School/Group visits can be made by arrangement at anytime, but should be booked at least 1 week in advance please. Admission for the children is free but a donation towards costs would be appreciated. We are currently developing our schools service and are developing a series of handling and loans collections for schools to borrow.  Please enquire for further details. 

The Museum offers a professional educational service.  Themes include Houses & Homes; Local Portland History; The Victorians and the Jurassic Coast.  Prices are £25 per class, feel free to visit first.  The Museum co-ordinator will discuss any requirements for your curriculum.

 

Children under 12 must be accompanied.

Group visits available throughout the winter, by prior appointment.
Always check the 'Events Page' for up to date details.

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