Panacea Museum
Panacea Museum
4.5
Thursday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Discover the amazing story of a unique religious community This museum tells the story of the Panacea Society – a Christian group formed in the early twentieth century who created their own 'Garden of Eden' in the centre of Bedford. The Panacea Museum is located across several Victorian buildings that formed the community’s headquarters. It tells the story of the Panacea Society and other similar religious groups.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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linskitours
Harpenden, UK588 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
This is an extremely well run and documented museum. The story of the Panacea Movement was unknown to us and we had spent time studying it on their website. On arrival we found there was a very clear introduction video and the signage and story boards are very clear. We were there for about two hours. Everyone will have a different view of the story and the merits of the movement, the story of the box and the healing waters. But I have to congratulate the trustees and staff for the quality and clarity of the Museum
Written 5 November 2023
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SirShaky
Hitchin, UK107 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Thoroughly enjoyed my visit to this atmospheric old house, finding out about the Panacea 'cult' who lived here, and strolling around the scenic garden area, although didn't manage to get into the tearoom before it closed. Would recommend a visit if you're in town and at a loose end, as it's free of charge, and the Higgins Gallery is also just across the road.
Written 26 August 2023
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Patrick H
Northampton, UK6 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
A hidden treasure in Bedford, upon entering the beautiful house and gardens your drawn into a strange world of a religious cult with a well documented history of a manipulative leadership, a box containing prophecies that will lead us to a new millennium and papers which were sent around the world to cure all illness . The houses with beautifully preserved rooms and gardens are worth a visit by themselves.
Written 15 July 2023
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WithoutAHitch1
London, UK46 contributions
Jun 2023
Not having heard about the Panacea Society until very recently we weren't totally sure what to expect. The information in the museum is both fascinating and substantial, relating to the society itself and to those historical figures that led to it coming into existence.
Well worth a couple of hours of time for anyone who was an interest in history and/or religion.
Well worth a couple of hours of time for anyone who was an interest in history and/or religion.
Written 6 June 2023
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Marc L
9 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
a strange place a bit creepy in there very old fashioned
Interesting but in a odd way vaguely interesting
Interesting but in a odd way vaguely interesting
Written 11 May 2023
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byrnejames3
Biggleswade, UK5 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Fascinating museum, really well laid out with very informative displays and videos. Excellent tea room too. Ran out of time to see it all so will be back!
Written 30 April 2023
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Lynne S
United Kingdom230 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
Intriguing and interesting. Well worth a visit. We ran out of time so missed out on seeing everything. I’d recommend at least three hours. Beliefs that almost parallels followers on modern day social media.
Written 16 April 2023
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blokeymann
Hythe, UK60 contributions
Nov 2022
Thoroughly enjoyed our visit even though we'd never heard of them before. We had a warm welcome from the guide and a brief introduction before the short video. it wasn't busy and we were very comfortable exploring at our own pace. our visit was on a Saturday.
Written 26 November 2022
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Harry V
Bedford, UK20 contributions
Sept 2022
What a truly lovely experience to bring back memories I would highly recommend to wonder around and enjoy
Written 21 October 2022
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KTS_trip
UK127 contributions
Sept 2022
A lot of effort has gone into making the tour of the buildings and garden easy to follow. The introductory video helps set the scene. There are a lot of boards to read but interspersed with images and items of interest.
It is amazing to think that all of this was going on in the time it did with a woman (who was taught to read by her parents) able to put together prophesy and the equivalent of today's mindful/religious memes.
Later on the stir that the leaders had is reflected in cartoons. There are many questions raised about the need to find purpose, immortality and the ability to connect with the sub-conscious/God/Universe/TheOne. Evident pain and suffering to some of those involved as there seem to be the acceptance of class.
Intriguing and all of the team there are very knowledgable, welcoming and helpful.
It is amazing to think that all of this was going on in the time it did with a woman (who was taught to read by her parents) able to put together prophesy and the equivalent of today's mindful/religious memes.
Later on the stir that the leaders had is reflected in cartoons. There are many questions raised about the need to find purpose, immortality and the ability to connect with the sub-conscious/God/Universe/TheOne. Evident pain and suffering to some of those involved as there seem to be the acceptance of class.
Intriguing and all of the team there are very knowledgable, welcoming and helpful.
Written 5 October 2022
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Neil B
London, UK13 contributions
How far are you from thr Cecil Higgins Museum and Gallery?
Panacea Staff
Bedford, UK
Right across the road. About a minutes walk.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Panacea Museum
- Panacea Museum is open:
- Thu - Sun 11:00 - 17:00
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- (0.08 mi) The Higgins Pantry
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