Location and Visitor Information
- Address: The Oxfordshire Museum, Fletcher’s House, Park St, Woodstock OX20 1SN
- Contact Number: 01865 897519
- Email: [Email Address]
The Woodstock Museum, situated in Oxfordshire, England, is a renowned cultural institution known for its extensive collections that cover a broad spectrum of the region’s history and culture. Founded to preserve and exhibit the heritage of Woodstock and the surrounding areas, the museum is located in a historic building that adds to its charm.
Officially known as the Oxfordshire Museum, I’ve always heard being referred as Woodstock Museum. Either way it’s a great place go and see Dinosaurs!
Museum Overview
Situated in the heart of Oxfordshire, the Woodstock Museum is easily accessible and is an important site for those interested in local history.
History and Significance
The museum’s extensive history is reflected in its collections, ranging from ancient artifacts to modern historical items, showcasing the diverse heritage of the region.
The Oxfordshire Museum Galleries
The museum features ten galleries, each dedicated to a different aspect of Oxfordshire’s story and its people:
- Introducing Oxfordshire: Showcasing 500,000 years of human and natural history including carnival costumes and a 3D display.
- Victorian Oxfordshire: Over 100 artifacts, a model of Queen Victoria, and insights into Victorian life, including the Great Exhibition and advancements like the flushing toilet.
- Woodlands: Artifacts and sculptures representing the social, economic, and natural history of local woodlands.
- The Changing Countryside: Examines the changes in farming, transport, and rural development since 1945, and their impact on wildlife and climate.
- Anglo-Saxons in Oxfordshire: Artifacts and stories from the Anglo-Saxon era, including burials and craftsmanship.
- Oxfordshire’s Ark: A look at the museum’s collection process and the objects representing the county’s natural and human history.
- Treasures: Showcasing the evolution of the Smock-Frock and various aspects of working life and fashion.
- Roman Oxfordshire: Features objects from Roman Oxfordshire, including a skeleton found in a lead coffin and the Stonesfield embroidery.
- Woodstock: The history of Woodstock from the 1120’s to the present, including its industry and the influence of Blenheim Palace.
Current Displays
As of 2024, the museum is hosting [details about current exhibitions and displays], attracting visitors for their educational and historical value.
Woodstock Museum Dinosaurs
Let’s be honest, if any museum has Dinosaurs, that’s the main attraction and that’s what you’re here for!
The last time I visited the museum, these were the dinosaurs on dinosaurs on display:
The most prominent Dinosaur was the Megalosaurus, which was one of the first Dinosaurs we spotted as we entered the garden which housed the sculptures.
This was all the way back in 2019 so we need to return as this was before DinosaursEverywhere.com existed!
The Woodstock Museum offers an insightful experience for those interested in exploring the heritage of Woodstock and Oxfordshire. Visitors are encouraged to check the official website or contact the museum directly for the latest information on exhibits and events.
