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A brief history
New Walk Museum and Art Gallery is situated within the historic New Walk area of the city. In 1849 the Literary and Philosophical Society formally presented to the town its various collections, which have grown and developed over the last 150 years into one of the premier museums in the region. New Walk Museum has been the inspiration for many people including Lord Attenborough and Sir David Attenborough, who pursued their love of art and natural history as a result of spending their formative years as regular visitors to the galleries. Leicester's oldest museum has wide-ranging collections spanning the natural and cultural world. The museum has a coffee shop, and is also a venue for musical performances and weddings.
Opening Times
Monday - Saturday 10.00am to 5.00pm,
Sunday 11.00am to 5.00pm.
Admission: FREE
Closed 24th, 25th, 26th, 31st December and 1st January.
Address
New Walk Museum and Art Gallery
53 New Walk,
Leicester,
LE1 7EA
Tel: 0116 225 4900
email:museums@leicester.gov.uk
Map of the Area
Related Links
 The National Cirtual Museum
Leicester City Museums
Leicester Through Lens
Museums Main Page
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