Kendal Museum Museums
Founded in 1796, Kendal Museum's fascinating collections include local Archaeology, History, Geology and a Natural History collection from around the globe. We also have a changing programme of temporary exhibitions and displays, events, walks and talks.
To celebrate 2005's museums and galleries month theme, Objects of Desire: The Art of Collecting, we are offering an opportunity to discover Kendal Museum's unique and historical collection of some of the World's finest Victorian bird taxidermy, including examples of rare species. Examining the work of H Murray of Carnforth, one of the most celebrated late 19th century / early 20th century taxidermists, this exhibition offers an insight not only into the art and skill of the taxidermist, but into the story of man's changing relationship with nature.
Kendal's first Museum was formed in 1796 by William Todhunter who exhibited a collection of fossils, plants, minerals, animals and antiques.
Highlighting conservation issues, the World Wildlife Gallery gallery offers an exciting introduction to a variety of animals, birds and insects and their natural environments around the World.
Find out about the geology of the Lake District in the Natural History Gallery, including the intense volcanic activity that produced the great mountain ranges, and follow a nature trail through various habitats. .
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AddressStation Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6BT
Opening times10.30am - 5pm
Entry costs
Attraction typeMuseums
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County Hotel
Set in a former coaching inn, the County Hotel is in the centre of Kendal, just 100 metres from Kendal Railway Station. The hotel offers traditional meals and cooked breakfasts..
Sonata Guest House
Just a 5-minute walk from Kendal centre, Sonata Guest House offers hearty breakfasts and 4-star rooms with free Wi-Fi. The beautiful Lake Windermere is just a 10-minute drive away..
Cobblestones
Situated in Kendal in the Cumbria Region, this holiday home is 11 km from Windermere. The unit is 39 km from Keswick. The kitchen comes with an oven and there is a private bathroom.
Shakespeare Inn
Situated in Kendal, 12 km from Windermere, Shakespeare Inn features free WiFi access and free private parking. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Every room is fitted with a flat-screen TV.
No 2 in the
No 2 in the Lakes is a semi-detached holiday home situated in Kendal in the Cumbria Region and is 12 km from Windermere. Guests benefit from free WiFi and private parking available on site. The kitchen has an oven and there is a private bathroom.
Highgate Hotel
In the centre of Kendal, Highgate Hotel is just a 1-minute walk from the towns Brewery Arts Centre and a variety of shops. This Lake District guest house offers a full English breakfast and free parking and WiFi..
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