American Museum & Gardens
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Founded in 1961, the American Museum and Gardens in Bath specialises in American decorative arts and folk art.
The American Museum & Gardens at Claverton Manor is dedicated to showcasing American art, culture, and history and is the only museum outside the United States devoted specifically to American decorative arts.
A Transatlantic Treasure Trove
The museum's collections encompass a wide range of objects, from furniture, paintings, silver and glass, to folk art and everyday items. An impressive collection of American quilts highlights American craft traditions and social history.
What to do
Explore room replicas depicting various periods in American history, providing a glimpse into domestic life across the centuries. Learn more about American culture through temporary exhibitions on anything from photography and fashion to American music, history and travel. Browse unique American products at the shop in the Exhibition Gallery.
Gardens inspired by America
Step outside the museum into expansive gardens designed by renowned landscape architects. The contemporary New American Garden features ornamental grasses, roses and seasonal flowers. In contrast, the Mount Vernon Garden, showcases a vegetable garden supplying fresh produce for the museum's cafe. For families, the Children's Garden provides a fun and interactive space for exploration.
American diner
Experience the taste of the USA at the American Garden Deli, serving a range of homemade American inspired food and drink, on a terrace offering panoramic views over the Limpley Stoke Valley.
Housed in a Grade I listed Georgian manor house, the museum holds a variety of talks, tours, and events throughout the year, catering to all ages and interests.
Visitor information
Address
Claverton Manor, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7BD
01225 460503
Opening times
The gardens and Garden Cafe (for takeaway) are open Tuesday to Sunday from 11am to 4pm.
Visitor information
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