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Museums and Galleries
The history of the Borough of Havant spans many
centuries. Settlements were already in existence long before the
Romans invaded England in 43
AD. From the
remains of Iron Age long barrows on Portsdown Hill, or the
earthwork ring at Tournerbury, and the ring of hilltop forts to
protect Portsmouth from invasion, testimony to the thousands of
years of local history is everywhere.
The Borough is fortunate to have two museums
dedicated to local collections of interest:
Situated at 10b North Street, and administered
by the Emsworth Maritime and Historical Trust, this local museum is
open from Easter until the end of October, Fridays (August only),
Saturdays and Bank Holidays 10.30 to 16.30, and on Sundays
from 14.30 to 16.30. Specialises in the history of Emsworth as a
centre for oyster fishing.
Situated in East Street, the Havant Museum is
run by Havant Borough Council and Hampshire County Council, with a
full programme of visiting exhibitions and permanent displays on
all aspects of the area. Open Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10.00 -
17.00.
If you can't get to your local museum, then
visit the County Council's museum collections on-line.
Includes exhibition information, games and even an interactive
puzzle.
Art Galleries & Dealers