American Museum & Gardens
Claverton Down, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom
About American Museum & Gardens
The American Museum & Gardens is a unique institution that combines history, culture, and nature in a stunningly beautiful setting in the heart of Bath. Located at Claverton Manor, Claverton Down, the museum is a must-visit spot for both locals and tourists in the United Kingdom.
As an establishment, the museum offers visitors an opportunity to delve into the fascinating history of America, from its founding through to the 20th century. With over 10,000 items on display, ranging from furniture and textiles to folk art and paintings, the museum provides a comprehensive insight into American life and culture.
But the American Museum & Gardens is much more than just a museum. The cafe is a popular destination for visitors seeking delicious food and drinks, and the establishment is also a perfect place for a spot of shopping. The museum shop offers a unique range of gifts, souvenirs, and books, while the gardens provide a picturesque backdrop for a leisurely stroll.
The star of the show, however, is undoubtedly the gardens themselves. Covering 125 acres of picturesque countryside, the gardens are home to a diverse range of plants and trees, including the American sweetgum and the red oak. Visitors are invited to explore the gardens at their leisure, taking in the beauty and tranquility of this unique location.
Overall, the American Museum & Gardens is a true point of interest and tourist attraction, offering a one-of-a-kind experience that is both educational and enjoyable. So whether you're looking for history, culture, food, or nature, make sure to pay a visit to the American Museum & Gardens on your next trip to Bath.
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Claverton Manor, Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7BD, United Kingdom
Opening hours of American Museum & Gardens
Monday:
10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday:
10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday:
10:00 - 17:00
Thursday:
10:00 - 17:00
Friday:
10:00 - 17:00
Saturday:
10:00 - 17:00
Sunday:
10:00 - 17:00
Reviews of American Museum & Gardens
"Very nice museum and gardens. Very kind folks who love America. The café was lovely and I was pleased to see lots of veggie and vegan options. The exhibition was a realistic and moving collection of photos documenting the challenges and social divides in contemporary and late 20th century America. I found it very moving."
"I went for the Enchanted Garden of Lights. It was beautiful and different, however, more could have been done with the lights and shows as they usually do in the USA. This was a very basic version of light displays which might do for the UK but does not represent that in the USA. Kids would love the place and the fire pits and the food just outside the garden is incredibly amazing. They had the best donuts and people seemed to enjoy sitting around the fire."
"Excellent museum with many American exhibits. Enjoyed seeing typical house rooms from different periods. Extensive gardens and walks with stunning flowers. Spent a really enjoyable morning there."
"Having taken up photography (amateur) after literally a 50 year gap I decided to visit the Museum gardens purely to get images of the garden. The price of entry for the garden only was £7.50, not a lot in this day and age, I think that is excellent value. The gardens are quite small but as they say beautifully formed. I know many older people who are slow on their feet will view this as a real advantage, they can get round it easily. The house is lovely and sits just right in the grounds, everything is well balanced. Both upper and lower gardens are really well kept, the planting is lovely, with an abundance of colour. I loved the purple and yellows (Verbena and Verbascum I think).The gardens have the advantage of spectacular views over Claverham. All the staff are brilliant and they don't make you feel like a numpty if you ask silly questions. I hope the attached images have done it justice. In summary this is an absolutely lovely garden, "God bless America". ."
"Been a long time since a previous visit in the 70s but great memories came flooding back .Lots of displays in the house and volunteers to answer questions. Gardens very colourful this time of year too with views over the valley."
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