- Huntingdon
- Indoor
- Ages 13+
- Museums and Art Galleries
Attraction Information
Cromwell Museum
The purpose of the Cromwell Museum is to interpret his life and legacy through portraits, documents and objects associated with Cromwell.
The Museum opened in 1962 in the old grammar school where Cromwell had been a pupil. After leaving school Cromwell studied briefly at Cambridge before marrying and settling in Huntingdon. He later lived in St Ives and Ely.
Cromwell was driven by his religious commitment from the 1630s onwards. As MP for Cambridge he became an active soldier in the English Civil Wars of the 1640s. His success on the battlefield and his skill as a politician led him to power as Lord Protector.
At his death on September 3rd 1658 he was the head of state, and for some a king in all but name. He is an intensely controversial and fascinating figure of British history.
The Museum sets out neither to celebrate or denigrate his achievements but to interpret where possible the significance of God's Englishman".
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Opening hours
Daily 10.30am to 12.30pm, or 1.30pm to 4pm in winter. Always closed on Mondays.
Pricing
Free admission!
Travel & Contact Information
Address
Grammar School Walk, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 3LF, England
Phone number
01480 375830
Map
Website
Click here to visit Cromwell Museum's website.FAQ & Additional Information
Cromwell Museum has not told us about their parking.
No, there are no toilets available.
No, there are no baby changing facilities.
Cromwell Museum has not told us if you can bring a picnic.
Cromwell Museum has not told us about their dining options.
No, Cromwell Museum is not wheelchair friendly.
No, Cromwell Museum have stated they are not pushchair friendly.
Cromwell Museum has not told us if they are dog friendly.