The Garstang Museum of Archaeology
The Garstang Museum of Archaeology
The Garstang Museum of Archaeology
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The Garstang Museum is open to members of the public, school groups, academics, students and groups for special events and activities throughout the year.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Salamandrine
33 contributions
Sept 2018 • Solo
An incredibly important and well-presented collection, especially when it comes to the Egyptian objects. However, be aware that you now need to make an appointment to visit unless it is open for a special event, such as Light Night.
Written 10 July 2019
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KOpwllheli
Pwllheli, United Kingdom105 contributions
Mar 2019 • Friends
Invited to go to this museum as there are a number of exhibitions including some on ancient Egypt. There is even chance to get to learn to technically draw artefacts in a free session. The place is interesting in itself and the staff are knowledgeable and very friendly.
A nice way to spend a few hours
A nice way to spend a few hours
Written 1 May 2019
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alan
Liverpool, UK162 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
This is a fantastic little museum on Abercromby Square just behind the Liverpool Everyman. It is only open from 10-4 on Wednesday and Thursday. It is part of the University of Liverpool Department of Archaeology. It contains finds made by John Garstang, founder of this department, a sort of Victorian Indiana Jones.
Have a look at the photos in one of the other reviews.
Have a look at the photos in one of the other reviews.
Written 14 June 2018
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antzelam2019
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Aug 2018 • Friends
Excellent museum but very disappointed it is no longer open on Wednesdays. All visits now seem to be by prior arrangement which is a great shame.
Written 28 July 2019
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DEP3
Binghamton, NY319 contributions
Jun 2018 • Solo
On the University of Liverpool campus, has fascinating archeological dig findings by Garstang, including sarcophagi, stelae,jewelry,coins, and even a mummy of its own. Lots of historical information. Open Wednesdays and Thursdays as of now, so check before going. Definitely a hidden gemif you are into archaeology. Nice to combine with World Museum’s Egyptian Gallery Visit.
Written 13 June 2018
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maltesefalcon43
Liverpool, UK5,174 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
Had planned to visit this museum for a while and especially whilst they have the current Egyptian display The Book of the Dead - Passport through the underworld which is on from 19th May until 13th September 2017 but is only available on a Wednesday. Obviously for entrance and well worth the visit. I have take a lot of photos which are still on my camera so will upload a few when my visit review is published
If you are interested in Egyptology then this is a good time to visit this museum
If you are interested in Egyptology then this is a good time to visit this museum
Written 12 August 2017
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26sarah1980
Andover, UK80 contributions
Jun 2017 • Solo
I love little museums and the Garstang is a treasure. Located within the University, it takes a bit of finding, but don't let this put you off. A few small galleries display mostly Egyptian artefacts, along with interesting information on how the collection is currently being studied. There was a good temporary exhibition on the Book of the Dead while I was there. Please note the opening times 10-4 Wednesdays only.
Written 12 July 2017
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