ANNOUNCEMENT
The museum will no longer be open every Saturday. It has been agreed, for the long-term sustainability of the organisation, that we only open for special exhibitions and events. This will bring stability and allow us to focus efforts into curating full-scale interactive exhibitions to bring you the best medical histories Bath has to offer.
Check out our latest programme of new events and exhibitions!
Jane Austen Festival 2025
250 Anniversary
Join the Bath Medical Museum as we celebrate the Jane Austen Festival 13th – 21st September, 12pm – 4pm daily, free entry.
Our exhibition will explore what medicine was really like during Jane Austen’s time.
The Min – An Oral Heritage Project
Discover the real legacy of The Royal Mineral Water Hospital on our YouTube channel.
WHAT'S ON
BATH MEDICAL MUSEUM
Welcome to Bath Medical Museum. Our mission is to preserve and promote the history and importance of medicine in the city of Bath. Our collections include records dating back to the 1740s, as well as artefacts and photographs relating to rheumatology, medicine and pharmacy.
THIS MONTH'S MYSTERY OBJECTS
What were these 18th century pewter cups used for?
You can also explore other interesting objects in our Cabinet of Curiosities.
THE VIRTUAL MIN
Explore the Royal Mineral Water Hospital. Tour the 2019 hospital, learn about the Hoare family, and see how rooms may have looked in the 1740s.
THE HETLING ROOM
Bath Medical Museum has a new exhibition space at the Old Hetling Pump Room in Bath. Find out more about this exciting development.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We need more volunteers to welcome visitors to our engaging displays and activities. There are opportunities to get involved in researching topics and arranging displays at our small, centrally located venue.
If you would like to explore your interest in volunteering, please email us. We will then make contact with you to invite you to meet one of us.
By supporting us you are helping us to continue our mission of preserving and sharing the continual heritage of medicine, health and wellbeing of our community. There are many ways you can help, find out more here.
©Anna Barclay for Bath and North East Somerset Council