Are you curious about the lives of remarkable individuals? Here are the top person and artist museums in Bristol:
1Brunel's SS Great Britain
BristolThe 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. 2New Room - John Wesley's Chapel
BristolJohn 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. 3Matthew of Bristol
BristolM 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. 4Clifton Observatory
BristolThe 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.