Things to do in Herne Bay in Kent include The Seaside Museum, which showcases a changing exhibition programme, including local art and photography, and national touring exhibitions. Its core collection includes exhibits that show the influences and events of the town, including the impact of the 1953 floods on the town, Herne Bay has special links to bombs from the famous 1943 Dambuster raid, as prototypes of the bomb were tested at sea off  Reculver. See the museum's collection of amusements, piers, pastimes and souvenirs, such as a real Punch & Judy set and displays. The museum's history dates back to collections started in 1932, mainly thanks to a local doctor and keen archaeologist who founded the Herne Bay Historical Records Society, Tom Bowes.
They also run several events at the museum and locally, including workshops and Seashore Safaris.

Opening Times
Tuesday to Saturday
11am-4pm.

Price
Adult: £3
Concessions: £2
Children under 16 years accompanied by an adult: Free
Annual passes available.

Picture Credit: © The Seaside Museum Herne Bay.