Portland Museum

Portland Museum

Ancient superstitions in witchcraft, getting up close and personal with a Jurassic sea monster or finding out about the Nanny Diamonds, Portland Museum has something to interest everyone. Dinosaurs, fossils, shipwrecks and smugglers, stone carving, seafaring, groundbreaking scientists and world-famous authors: Portland Museum packs in an astonishing collection that reflects the history and people of this distinctive island community.

217 Wakeham, Easton, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1HS
Opening Times

Monday April 4th – Sunday April 24th
Seven days a week
10:30am-4:00pm
(last entry 3:30pm)

Monday April 25th – July

Five days a week
Wednesday – Sunday
10:30am-4:00pm
(last entry 3:30pm)

Summer Season (July & August)

Seven days a week
10:30am-4:00pm
(last entry 3:30pm)

Entry Costs
  • Adult £4.50
  • Concession £3.50
  • Age 5-16 £1.00
  • Under 5 – free
  • Family ticket £10.00
  • Islanders – free
  • Group rates by arrangement
Access

Access will be limited in some areas due to the historic nature of the two 17th century cottages. A wheelchair ramp is available. If you think you may require special assistance, please contact the museum manager to discuss your visit. We will be very pleased to help.

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