Ditchling Museum
Museum type :
Art Museum

Established in :
1984

Holidays :
None

Visiting Hours :
10:30-17:00

Contact No :
NULL

Location :
Ditchling, East Sussex, England , United Kingdom

Display Objects :

A museum includes social history, arts and crafts in the Ditchling area. Ditchling has a long history as a popular centre for arts, with many successful artists settling in the area.

The museum has permanent exhibitions showcasing the work of many artists who lived and worked in Ditchling.




Description :

Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft is a museum in Ditchling, East Sussex, England, dedicated to the history of the village and its former residents. The museum celebrates the arts and crafts of Ditchling, which was once a major centre for art and craft production, and the individual artists, designers, and craftspeople who lived and worked in the village. The museum houses an extensive collection of artwork, ceramics, furniture, textiles, metalwork and other craft objects, as well as archival material and photographs.

It also has a unique collection of books, prints and ephemera from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The museum also has a number of temporary exhibitions throughout the year, and runs a range of educational activities for adults, families and children. The museum also hosts talks, workshops and other events. The museum is set in the heart of the village, surrounded by the picturesque Sussex countryside, and has a café, gift shop and gardens. The museum is open all year round, with special events and activities taking place throughout the year. It is a great place to visit for anyone interested in the history of the village and its former artists, designers and craftspeople.