Description
The Amelia is home to libraries, as well as collections and exhibitions with events held throughout the year. The collection was founded by the Tunbridge Wells Natural History and Philosophical Society in 1885, and the Council later adopted the collection in 1918. Amelia Scott was a social reformer and campaigner for women’s suffrage. and the new building is named after here. She was a supporter of municipal museums and libraries and believed it was ‘a necessity that cannot be postponed indefinitely. They have a long history of collecting and engaging with the local community, and new home for the collection, The Amelia, reflects many aspects of the story of Tunbridge Wells and the High Weald. Overall, they care for around 60,000 objects covering local history, natural history, archaeology, fine and decorative arts, and social history.
Opening Hours
Monday to Wednesday & Friday
9am-6pm
Thursday
9am-8pm
Saturday
9am-5pm
Sunday
10am-4pm
Excluding Bank Holidays, Christmas Day and New Years Day.
Price
Free.
Bicycle
Cycle racks near the building.
Train
Tunbridge Wells – 10 minutes.
Bus
Stop outside the centre.
Facilities
Cafe
Picture Credit: © Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.
