Museums in Olney
This overview contains all museums in and around Olney. Curious about which museums there are in Olney? These are the museums:
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Olney is a historic market town located in Buckinghamshire, England, situated on the River Great Ouse. The town has a rich cultural heritage, particularly known for its connection to the 18th-century poet William Cowper and hymn writer John Newton, who collaborated here to produce the "Olney Hymns." Newton, a former slave ship captain turned abolitionist, wrote the famous hymn "Amazing Grace" while serving as curate in Olney.
The town maintains its historical character through its Georgian architecture and market place, which has hosted markets since 1206. Olney is also famous for its annual Pancake Race, a tradition that has been running since 1445, where local women race through the streets while tossing pancakes. The town's cultural landscape includes several historical buildings and museums that help preserve its significant literary and religious heritage.
This overview contains all museums in and around Olney. Curious about which museums there are in Olney? These are the museums:
Unfortunately we don’t know about any current exhibitions in and around Olney.
Unfortunately we don’t know about any discount passes in Olney.