All person & artist museums to visit in Bristol

Explore the lives and works of notable individuals at 4 museums in Bristol dedicated to specific persons and artists. These museums offer a deep dive into their contributions and legacy.

Are you curious about the lives of remarkable individuals? Here are the top person and artist museums in Bristol:

  1. Brunel's SS Great Britain1

    Brunel's SS Great Britain

     Bristol
    The SS Great Britain, a British steamship weighing 3,300 tons, was constructed by the engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel in 1843. This ship holds the distinction of being the first high-sea vessel to feature an iron hull and propeller propulsion. Today, it is preserved in the port of Bristol and is one of the city's most popular tourist attractions.
  2. New Room - John Wesley's Chapel2

    New Room - John Wesley's Chapel

     Bristol
    John Wesley's New Room, located in Broadmead, Bristol, England, is a historic building with a rich history. It was first opened in June 1739 and later enlarged in 1748. This building is significant as it housed the earliest Methodist societies.
  3. Matthew of Bristol3

    Matthew of Bristol

     Bristol
    M Shed is a museum situated in Bristol, England. It is located on Prince's Wharf, adjacent to the Floating Harbour. The museum is housed in a dockside transit shed that was previously occupied by the Bristol Industrial Museum. This location offers a unique setting for the museum, providing a historical context that enhances the visitor experience.
  4. Clifton Observatory4

    Clifton Observatory

     Bristol
    The tower at Clifton Observatory is home to our museum. From the Iron Age, when a Celtic fort that sat atop the hill, to the early 19th century when the Bristol School of artists used the site to observe and depict the landscape, the museum details the Clifton Observatory’s rich and unique history.