Radnorshire Museum

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Radnorshire Museum is located in the centre of Llandrindod Wells and holds collections relating to the former county of Radnorshire. The museum is housed in the former Carnegie Public Library. It’s collections include:

Archaeology
A fine collection of items from pre-historic to medieval periods including the Llandrindod Wells Log Boat and Sheela na Gig, the Castell Collen collection.

Palaeontology
An outstanding collection of Ordovician specimens from the Builth-Llandrindod Inlier.

Fine Art
Featuring the work of Thomas Jones, J.M. Ince, William Stone, John Opie, Sir Alfred East, William Mills, Elizabeth and Bryan Organ, Catherine Lyons.

Natural History
Preserved specimens of some of Radnorshire’s natural inhabitants along with souvenirs of more exotic climes. An insight into the tastes and fashions of past times.

Military History
Artefacts and information relating to the men and women of Radnorshire who served in two World Wars and material from Radnorshire’s Home Front.

Social History
A rich and diverse collection including: a large photographic collection, items relating to Llandrindod’s Spa heritage, the Kilvert Society Collection relating to the famous Victorian diarist, and John Roberts’ magnificent Welsh Triple Harp.