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About
Following a complete renovation, Museum of Chelmsford reopened in 2019 to take you through Chelmsford's history, from the Ice Age, right through to the present day. From the chance to see a mammoth, or watch a princely Anglo-Saxon burial, to finding out what used to be on your street, the museum has something for everyone.
See the Story of Chelmsford from Prehistory to present day, Chelmsford's Potters such as Grayson Perry, Bright Sparks and the Natural World. And you can also take one of our trails in the wonderful Oaklands Park, where the museum is located.
Museum of Chelmsford is also home to the Essex Regiment Museum
The museum offers a great day out, as well as one off events, talks and workshops.
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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | /Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £4.00 per adult |
From 2 April entry to the Museum of Chelmsford will be £4 for adults. Children and carers can still enter for free. Yearly memberships are also available starting at £20 which offer free entry to the museum alongside discounts.
Events
Saturday, 10th January 2026 - Saturday, 10th January 2026
Saturday, 14th February 2026 - Saturday, 14th February 2026
Saturday, 14th March 2026 - Saturday, 14th March 2026
Saturday, 11th April 2026 - Saturday, 11th April 2026
Saturday, 9th May 2026 - Saturday, 9th May 2026
Saturday, 13th June 2026 - Saturday, 13th June 2026
Oi Chelmsford! SEN Friendly DaysJoin us every second Saturday of the month for SEN friendly days. This is an opportunity for visitors with additional or sensory needs to enjoy the museum with friends and carers, in a more relaxed atmosphere.- more info
Thursday, 22nd January 2026 - Thursday, 22nd January 2026
Thursday, 5th February 2026 - Thursday, 5th February 2026
Thursday, 26th February 2026 - Thursday, 26th February 2026
Thursday, 12th March 2026 - Thursday, 12th March 2026
Boris Bear CubsJoin us at the museum for Boris Bear Cubs - perfect for your youngest museum fans under 5 years old! Our sessions take place in the Wells Suite on the first floor of the museum which is a lovely larger space with more room to play.- more info
Wednesday, 11th February 2026 - Wednesday, 11th February 2026
Boris Bear Cubs - SEN FriendlyBoris Bear Cubs SEN Friendly is for a smaller group of children and their grown-ups. It's perfect for your youngest museum fans under 5 years old!- more info
Tuesday, 17th February 2026 - Tuesday, 17th February 2026
Wednesday, 18th February 2026 - Wednesday, 18th February 2026
Thursday, 19th February 2026 - Thursday, 19th February 2026
Oi! It's Half Term!Join us in February half term to bring best-selling author Kes Gray's books to life with a cheer!- more info
Saturday, 21st February 2026 - Saturday, 21st February 2026
Storytelling with Sade FadipeJoin local author Sade Fadipe for a free storytelling session.- more info
Saturday, 7th March 2026 - Saturday, 7th March 2026
Kes Gray: Open Author Talk and Book SigningJoin Oi Frog! and Daisy author Kes Gray, for this special family event as Kes talks about his childhood in Chelmsford and how it has inspired his writing.- more info
Tuesday, 31st March 2026 - Tuesday, 31st March 2026
Wednesday, 1st April 2026 - Wednesday, 1st April 2026
Thursday, 2nd April 2026 - Thursday, 2nd April 2026
Thursday, 2nd April 2026 - Friday, 3rd April 2026
Tuesday, 7th April 2026 - Tuesday, 7th April 2026
Wednesday, 8th April 2026 - Wednesday, 8th April 2026
Thursday, 9th April 2026 - Thursday, 9th April 2026
Oi! It's the Easter Holidays!Join us in the Easter Holidays for painting, crafting, and digging, inspired by the book 'Oi Dinosaur' by Kes Gray!- more info
Saturday, 11th April 2026 - Saturday, 11th April 2026
Storytelling with Mike DodsworthJoin Chelmsford based storyteller Mike Dodsworth for a free storytelling session inspired by the imaginative world of Kes Gray.- more info
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
Catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Target Markets
- Coach parties accepted
Map & Directions
Road Directions
By car -Museum of Chelmsford is located on Moulsham Street, near the junction with New London Road. We have a free car park at Museum of Chelmsford, with space for Blue Badge holders.
By bike - Museum of Chelmsford is located on a cycle route and there are cycle parking facilities.
Public Transport Directions
Chelmsford's bus and train stations are about 1.5 miles from the museum.
