Description
The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge is an art gallery, library and visitor information centre situated in the heart of historic Canterbury, that has a vast collection including silverware, mosaics, and sculptures. It features sculptures of the Magna Carta Barons that were created for the Palace of Westminster when rebuilt after the fire of 1834 and were given to the museum in 1906. Also on display are two swords that were unearthed in 1970 and remain a Roman mystery to this day, as they were buried in the grave of two soldiers located within the city walls, where usually officials buried in Roman times were made outside the walls, in cemeteries.
Other collections also include art from many eras and children's favourites Rupert Bear and Bagpuss. There are lots of activities for children and adults with special events throughout the year - click on events under the main image or go to our What's On section for more details.
Opening Hours
Museum and Galleries
Tuesday to Saturday
10am to 5pm
Sunday
11am to 4pm
Visitor Information
Monday to Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
10am to 5pm
Thursday
10am to 6pm
Sunday
11am to 4pm.
Price
Free, donations welciome
A charge may apply for certain special exhibitions or events, check events listings for full details.
Accessibility
Accessible entrance at Best Lane, with step-free access and a flight of ‘easy going' stairs. Braille signage available.
Train
Canterbury West and Canterbury East stations.
Bus
Canterbury Bus Station, top of the High Street.
Parking
Canterbury Park and Ride
New Dover Road CT13EJ
Wincheap CT13TY
Sturry Road CT1 1A
Pay & Display parking and car parks throughout the city.
Facilities
Cafe • Toilet
Picture Credit: © Canterbury City Council.
