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The Norris Museum

The Norris Museum, The Broadway, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, PE27 5BX

  • 13 Sep 2025
  • In person
  • Pre-booking not required

Opened in 1933 to house the antiquarian collections of Herbert Norris who left them to the town of St Ives. His diverse collection of Huntingdonshire’s history, acquired over many years, tells the story from 160m years ago to the present day.

The Museum's permanent gallery displays a multitude of historic, interesting and quirky artefacts, some having interactive activities and games to stimulate a child's imagination. It's a welcoming, accessible and inspiring place to visit for free, run by a friendly and creative team.

Family activities at the Norris Museum for Heritage Open Day 2025
Saturday 13th September 11am - 3pm Free to drop in.

The Museum is open from 10.00 to 16.00

Timings & Tours

Saturday 13 September:
10.00-16.00

Location & directions

The Norris Museum, The Broadway, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, PE27 5BX

Directions:
Walking away from the centre of St Ives towards the spire of the Parish Church, with the River Great Ouse on your left you will enter the Broadway. The Norris Museum is the last building on the left of the Broadway.
Contact on day:
Claire Hardy
Telephone number:
+441480497314

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

The nearest car park is Globe Car Park on West Street, PE27 5PS. If you park there you can walk through the side entrance of the Methodist Church or through George Yard.

Additional information

Sited next to the river Great Ouse, in a charming location the Norris is a delightful small museum with a beautiful garden. The Museum is open Mon-Sat from 10am to 4pm. Free entry.

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