Elgar Birthplace Museum

Elgar Birthplace Museum
Crown East Lane
Lower Broadheath
Worcestershire
WR2 6RH
England

Website

www.elgarmuseum.org

E-mail

birthplace@elgarmuseum.org

Telephone

01905 333224

Fax

01905 333224

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The Elgar Birthplace Museum gives a fascinating insight in to the life and music, family and friends, development and inspirations of Sir Edward Elgar, one of England's greatest composers. Visit the country cottage where he was born on 2nd June 1857 and the newly redeveloped Elgar Centre and Jubilee Family Garden.

Venue Type:

Museum, Historic house or home

 Opening hours

Every day 11am - 5 pm (last admission 4.15pm)

Closed: 24 December 2012 to 31 January 2013 inclusive

 Admission charges

Adults 7.50, Seniors £6.50, Children £3.50, Concessions £4.50, Family £15.00. Group discounts available.

Discounts

  • Museums Association

Additional info

Research facilities by appointment only

The Elgar Birthplace Museum has a unique and nationally important collection of manuscripts, letters, press cuttings, concert programmes, recordings, personal possessions and memorabilia associated with the life, work and influences of Sir Edward Elgar.

Collection details

Archives, Music, Personalities

Exhibition details are listed below, you may need to scroll down to see them all.
David Birtwhistle & John Harris

The Birtwhistle & Harris Exhibition

  • 15 July — 3 September 2014

David Birtwhistle and John Harris will be returning to the Museum this summer and over the Three Choirs Festival period, to exhibit their paintings and prints for the eleventh year. All work is for sale.

Suitable for

  • Any age

Admission

Museum admission applies. Please phone 01905 333224.

Website

http://www.elgarmuseum.org

Events details are listed below. You may need to scroll down or click on headers to see them all. For events that don't have a specific date see the 'Resources' tab above.

Discover 3D printing at the Elgar Birthplace Museum!

  • 17 May 2014 7-9pm

Join us at the Elgar Birthplace Museum as we open at twilight for something a little different! Ever wondered what 3D printing is all about? Come along to the Museum and see photographs turned into mini 3D marvels. Bring along your own photograph for a chance to have it printed.

Suitable for

  • Any age

Admission

Museum admission applies - 3D printing activity free. Please phone 01905 333224.

Website

http://www.elgarmuseum.org

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