Museum of Chelmsford

You can enjoy a whole day at the museum, enjoy the grounds of Oaklands Park, as well as treating yourself to breakfast, lunch, drinks or treats at The Hive cafe. The Museum of Chelmsford sits the heart of Chelmsford in Oaklands Park and is popular with locals and tourists alike. Telling the unique story of Chelmsford and those who lived and worked there, their galleries include archaeology and exciting local finds, social history, and natural history. As well as the popular live beehive! You can explore of the city's history, spanning from the prehistoric Ice Age to the present day. Interactive exhibits and displays include Roman treasure and a mock Anglo-Saxon burial. There is also a fine art collection which focusses on Essex artists, whilst the extended building contains displays on Chelmsford's industries, such as Marconi’s wireless factory, and Chelmsford pioneers Crompton and Hoffman. There’s plenty for children and families to enjoy when they visit, with free trails available from the welcome desk, and plenty of events during the school holidays. Pick up a backpack from the Explorer Zone and start learning more about the intriguing story of Chelmsford together!