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Maidstone Museums
Type:Museum
St Faith's Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1LH
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The Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regimental Museum is an independent museum that has been housed within Maidstone Museum since 1960. It tells the story of this famous local regiment and is packed with fascinating, colourful and thought-provoking exhibits.
Throughout the year there is a great schedule of special events and temporary exhibitions so you are sure to find something going on no matter when you visit. Maidstone Museum attracts many of the country’s best touring exhibitions, providing you with the chance to explore magnificent works of art and fascinating objects. Collaborations with, amongst others, the V&A, the British Museum, and the Cartoon Museum have provided special exhibitions, and the Museum also works closely with many other special exhibition creators to bring you some very unique and unusual displays.
On the last Thursday of every month at Museum Lates you can experience the museum after dark and get involved in some great interactive activities. There are also many great tours of the building and the collections which run every month.
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Child | Free |
| Concession | Free |
| Family | Free |
| Admisson Free | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Hollywood Rome ExhibitionDiscover our exciting new exhibition of Ancient Rome through a spectacular interactives of original film props and costumes from Gladiator, Spartacus, Ben-Hur, King Arthur and more.
Maidstone Improv Festival: InstacomedyExperience a night of unpredictable comedy and hilarious performances at the Maidstone Improv Festival with County Town Improv's Instacomedy!
Heritage Open Days: Tour of the Local History GalleryA whistle stop tour covering 400 years of Maidstone’s history!
Observatory Tour at Maidstone MuseumOnly open twice a year, climb the Observatory Tower, overlooking town and Brenchley Gardens.
Acting Can Be Murder | Maidstone LitFestActress and bestselling crime writer Linda Regan shares hilarious behind-the-scenes stories from stage and screen—and reveals why they inspired her to start writing murder mysteries.
Cabinet of Voices: Special showcase | Maidstone LitFestSee history through fresh eyes with local voices. Join this project culmination with local writers and artists who have interpreted museum collections into a personal book collection. Supported by the Creative Communities Grant via Maidstone Borough Council.
Elinor Cleghorn: A Woman's Work | Maidstone LitFestHistorian Elinor Cleghorn uncovers the remarkable women who transformed motherhood into a force for social change in this fascinating conversation about A Woman's Work.
Shane Waterman: Maidstone's Dark History | Maidstone LitFestStep back in time with local historian Shane Waterman as he reveals Maidstone's darker past through tales of crime, ghosts, folklore and local legends, revealing a fascinating side to the county town's history.
Clare Chambers in Conversation | Maidstone LitFestFrom Small Pleasures to Shy Creatures, Clare Chambers has become one of Britain's most admired novelists.
Remembering Jacquetta: Maidstone's Link to a Dynasty | Maidstone LitFestHistorian Amanda Harvey Purse explores the life of Jacquetta of Luxembourg, revealing Maidstone's connection to one of the most influential women of the Wars of the Roses.
Alex Preston: A Stranger in Corfu | Maidstone LitFestWhat happens when former MI6 agents are sent to an island to be forgotten? Alex Preston introduces the unforgettable world of A Stranger in Corfu.
Behind the Scenes Tour: Art CollectionJoin a guided behind the scenes tour of the Museum’s stores by the Collections Manager, with a focus on the fascinating art collections, including oil paintings, watercolours, prints and drawings, which aren’t usually on display.
Elvin James Mensah: White Spaces | Maidstone LitFestFour friends. One city. Lives on the brink of change. Meet Elvin James Mensah and discover the warmth, humour and heart of his unforgettable novel White Spaces.
Matt Cain: The Castle of Stories | Maidstone LitFestEscape to Tuscany with bestselling author Matt Cain for a warm and uplifting conversation about The Castle of Stories.
Jess Kidd: Little Spark | Maidstone LitFestAn orphan with mysterious powers. A lonely house on the Kent marshes. Dark secrets waiting to be uncovered. Meet Jess Kidd and discover the spellbinding world of Little Spark.
Poetry Workshop: Place, Ecopoetry and the Environment | Maidstone LitFestPoetry workshop: Find inspiration in landscapes, nature and place with poet Christopher Horton in this welcoming, hands-on creative writing session.
The Witching Hour | Maidstone LitFestJess Kidd, Michelle Paver and Bridget Collins join Gianna Pollero to celebrate the enduring appeal of ghost stories, exploring supernatural fiction in the atmospheric surroundings of Maidstone Museum.
Thriller Writing Masterclass with Holly Seddon | Maidstone LitFestTake your writing to the next level with internationally bestselling author and Curtis Brown Creative tutor Holly Seddon in this hands-on masterclass for aspiring thriller writers. Includes lunch and refreshments.
Ghost Hunting at Maidstone MuseumSpend the night investigating Maidstone Museum with a team of seasoned ghost hunters using specialist detection equipment.
The Gruffalo Free Family Workshop at Maidstone MuseumJoin us for a fun and imaginative family workshop inspired by Julia Donaldson’s much-loved story The Gruffalo!
African Drumming at Maidstone MuseumJoin us in celebrating Black History Month in Maidstone with an interactive African Drumming session led by JOLÁ ADÉBÍMÍPÈ
Spooky Fun and Halloween Giggles Kids Party at Maidstone MuseumGet Ready for Spooky Fun and Halloween Giggles!
The Spellbound Soirée: Fairies, Monsters & Fantasy BallAn Evening of Magic Awaits—Dare to Dress the Part…
Rock 'n' Roll: 50s Band & BashGet your dancing shoes on for 50s Rock 'n' Roll. Join us for Slim Si & Smokin Aces live performance.
Hiroshige’s Tokaido: A Japanese JourneyFrom Edo to Kyoto: A 19th-Century Journey Through Japan’s Tōkaidō Way
Silent Disco at the MuseumThree music channels. One historic building. Dancing next to the exhibits.
How Julius Brenchley Explored the World: Talk & Tour with Samantha HarrisDiscover the fascinating journey of Julius Brenchley and our Solomon Islands collection.
Wreath Making Workshop at Maidstone MuseumGet into the Christmas Spirit with a Wreath Making Workshop at Maidstone Museum.
Christmas Craft Market at Maidstone MuseumExplore a variety of small businesses offering unique items, including candles, jewellery, home decor, and knitted goods.
| 2026 Opening (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
* Open Wednesday to Saturday 10:00 - 16:00 (Last entry 3:30) Closed Sunday - Tuesday
School Holidays
Open Monday to Saturday 10:00 - 16:00
Closed Bank Holidays
Closed Sunday 21 December , re-opening Wednesday 11 February 2026
Check website for full opening information
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