About
Located on the outskirts of town, enjoy another side of Bath with breathtaking views, unique gardens, fascinating museum collections, gallery shop, children’s play area and the American Garden Deli, with its scenic valley terrace.
The Museum’s home is a Grade I listed Georgian estate with a stunning prairie-style garden designed by Oehme, van Sweden, an arboretum and sweeping parkland. Located in the Cotswolds AONB, there are spectacular views across the Limpley Stoke valley.
Visit the Museum, which features American arts and heritage, and experience a special exhibition in the Gallery, as well as a seasonal programme of exciting events, including talks, family fun, outdoor theatre, live music and much more.
The Museum cares for over 12,000 objects, including collections of quilts, folk art and maps, which are recognised as some of the most significant in Europe.
2024 Exhibition
Unforgettable Behaviour – find out more here.
Groups
Group visits, group tours and audio-descriptive tours are available. Please see the website for more information about visiting and accessibility.
Accessibility
Visitors can enjoy the American Museum & Gardens anywhere and anytime with free arts and culture app Bloomberg Connects. The free digital guide offers a fascinating new way to explore the American Museum & Gardens' world-class collections – whether you’re visiting in-person or virtually from anywhere in the world.
Dog-Friendly
Dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens, parkland, and the cafe. Assistance dogs are able to go into the Museum and Exhibition Gallery.
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Book Tickets
Guide Prices
Museum, Exhibition & Gardens
Adults - £14.00 (with gift aid), £12.50 (without gift aid)
Over 60s & Students - £12.50 (with gift aid), £11.00 (without gift aid)
Children (5-18yrs), £8.50 (with gift aid), £7.00 (without gift aid)
Family ticket - £36.50 (with gift aid), £32.00 (without gift aid)
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Facilities
Accessibility
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors - An accessible toilet is located in the Gallery Shop. There is also an accessible toilet in the Coach House which is open on event days.
Attraction Facilities
- Shop
Children & Infants
- Accept Children Over 3
Establishment Features
- Conference facilities
- Dog Friendly
- Dogs-Accepted
- On-site Restaurant/Cafe
- Wedding Venue
Key Features
- In countryside
Parking & Transport
- Parking (free)
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Show Facilities
Awards
- Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2019
- TripAdvisor Awards TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2018
- TripAdvisor Awards TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020
- AA Awards AA COVID Confident Scheme 2020
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
- Bristol Tourism & Hospitality Award Bristol, Bath And Somerset - Tourism Awards - Bronze - 2020/21 2021
Opening Times
Season (11 Mar 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) |
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