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American Museum

Claverton Manor, BA2 7BD, England
44-1225-460503
Ranked #6 of 78 attractions in Bath
4.5 of 5 stars 50 Reviews
Type: History Museums
Owner description: This museum chronicles the American lifestyle and culture from the New England colonists to the Civil War period, featuring a replica of George...... more » Owner description: This museum chronicles the American lifestyle and culture from the New England colonists to the Civil War period, featuring a replica of George Washington's garden at Mount Vernon and an American arboretum. « less
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Bristol, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Had a wonderful afternoon at the American Museum. Crafting for the children was great and the museum itself was very interesting. More

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England
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

We have visited this museum many times and always enjoy it - recommend this for couples and families. It is informative and brings the early history of America alive - and it has a delightful cafe too. More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

The American Museum at Claverton Manor near Bath displays objects from American history, right back from the time of the Colonial English era and post Civil War. The rooms are arranged in chronological order. The displays give a fascinating insight into life in the USA in its early history. The Exhibition and Gallery show art, pictures and general artifacts from... More

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burgess hill
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012
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Both my husband and I like all things American and if you are the same then this is the place to visit. It gives the history of the Native American Indian aswell as some folk art; the civil war and lots more. The man at the gate didn't sell the cafe enough. He said something like 'you can get a... More

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Clitheroe, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012
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An entertaining and educational museum in a beautiful location. Well presented and thought provoking exhibits throughout. The volunteer guides are friendly and knowledgeable people who clearly enjoy explaining without the feeling that they are giving 'lectures'. Pick up a free audio guide (many people didn't bother) which adds quality information and entertainment to the tour of rooms. More

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London
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

The views, the contents of the museum and the food in the cafe More

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Bath, United Kingdom
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

Loved the quilts and the North American history as well as the visiting Marilyn exhibition. Great out door cafe space and space for the kids to run around. Check opening times. More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

All you need to see about early american life without actually having to travel to the states to see it. Lovely gardens and walks. More

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Weston-super-Mare, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

Love to visit this museum. It has a great many things to see, can't recommend enough, More

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Chiswick
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
55 helpful votes 55 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

Great museum, very interesting with lovely grounds and tea room to enjoy too More

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