Herschel Museum of Astronomy

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The Herschel Museum of Astronomy is the home of William and Caroline Herschel, distinguished astronomers and musicians. Patron: Sir Brian May 🔭🎸 https://herschelmuseum.org.uk/

We are excited to share a sneak preview of a new upcoming exhibition at The Herschel Museum. ‘The as-yet unseen’ by contemporary Irish artist Grace Weir. Curated by Bridget de León 📆On display at The Herschel Museum of Astronomy from 5 September 2026 to 3 January 2027

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Can you imagine trying to make dinner while your brother created telescopes in the room next door? Caroline Herschel was a successful astronomer in her own right, and a talented musician - but she was also in charge of the household. Talk about multi-tasking! youtube.com/shorts/W7rNM...

If these walls could talk: The kitchen at the Herschel Museum of Astronomy #astronomy #history

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The Herschels' dining room was for eating, right? Well… not exclusively. William Herschel used to get so caught up polishing his telescope mirrors by hand, that he had to be spoon-fed by his sister Caroline to make sure he ate! Our Museum Volunteer Mark tells all... youtube.com/shorts/zn13_...

If these walls could talk: The dining room at the Herschel Museum of Astronomy 🍽️

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Yesterday was World Music Day and the celebrations don't have to stop there! Celebrate with a visit to The Herschel Museum this week🎶🎼 The perfect place to cool down during the heatwave. Did you know that William and Caroline Herschel were both talented musicians in the 18th century?

Please be aware that this Wednesday 10 June we will be opening slightly later than usual due to a school visit. We will be open 11am - 5pm, last entry 4pm 🪐✨ Thank you for your understanding. To enquire about booking a private group tour, please email herschel@bptrust.org.uk

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☀️THIS FRIDAY☀️ Join us for an afternoon of solar gazing in the cool secluded garden of the Herschel Museum! Solar telescopes and astronomers will be on hand from 1pm to 4pm to guide you safely observing the Sun 📆 Friday 29 May, 1pm to 4pm 🎫 FREE with museum admission. No pre-booking required

"If only there were a hidden city garden so peaceful that you almost felt as though you were out in the countryside..." It's here, it's at the Herschel Museum - and tomorrow afternoon (Weds 29 April) we will be offering FREE solargazing right here in the garden! 1pm to 4pm, free with museum entry 🔭☀️

Join us for an afternoon of solar gazing at the Herschel Museum☀️ Solar telescopes and astronomers will be on hand from 1pm to 4pm to guide you safely observing the Sun and to share more about our nearest star. 📆 Wednesday 29th April, 1pm to 4pm 🎫 FREE with standard museum admission

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