Old House of Keys
Old House of Keys
The Old House of Keys is the fascinating former home of the Manx Parliament and centre of 19th Century political life on the Isle of Man.
Things to see and do:
Meet the costumed secretary of this historic building.
Take a seat in the finely restored debating chamber.
Watch as the talking head of Mr Speaker and animated portraits of Members of the House come to life.
Discover how democracy developed on the Isle of Man.
Listen carefully as Mr Speaker demands 'Order'.
Shape this Island’s future and introduce motorcycle racing to the Island’s open roads.
Decide whether women should get the vote.
Shout ‘aye’ for those in favour and ‘no’ for those against!
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Castletown
Isle of Man
IM9 1LA
Telephone: 01624 648000
£2.00 Children (under 18 years) and Students, £4.00 Adults, £9.50 Family (2 adults and 2 children). Opening Times: 2011 Opening Details:
1st April to 30th October. Sittings take place (45mins): 11.15am and 3pm. Timed admission tickets are purchased from Castle Rushen and the Old Grammar School. To pre-book, all the group bookings officer on (01624) 648017.
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