HERSCHEL MUSEUM OF ASTRONOMY

Built for commemorating the achievements of the twin astronomers, William and Caroline Herschel, Herschel Museum of Astronomy is a small house that has astronomical artefacts of the Herschels’. It also has musical objects of the siblings since they were accomplished musicians. The museum organises fun activities for kids like a planetarium tour, story time and science projects.

Herschel Museum of Astronomy is one of the fascinating Bath places to visit along with kids to instigate the young astronomers in them. The museum is located in a five-storied town house that was once the residence of the 16th century astronomer twins – William Herschel and Caroline Herschel. It sports a large collection of astronomical and scientific objects used by the twins for exploring space, discovering the moons and at least eight comets.

You can find exhibits related to astrophysics and spectroscopy along with objects needs to make a telescope in the museum. You will also see musical items like instruments and notes used by William Herschel to hone his passion in the Music Room. You should next visit the 16th century backyard garden because this was the place where William discovered the Uranus. The museum also hosts several engaging events like planetarium shows, guided tours, storytelling and astronomical games for children.

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Highlights

• Visit the Caroline Lucretia Gallery that is an exclusive space in the museum dedicated to Caroline Herschel and her wonderful work on comets.
• Witness a furnace, smelting oven and other fascinating objects like telescopic mirrors, polishing machine and parabolic mirror at the Star Vault Astronomy Auditorium.
• Take a tour around the Music Room and notice all the music-related artefacts used by William Herschel to tutor his students and develop his own interests.
• Stop by the beautiful garden in the museum where William made the monumental achievement of discovering the Uranus.
• Take your kids to events like Amazing Astronomy, Planetarium Tour and Summer Holiday Activities organised in the museum.