List of museums in Rutland facts for kids

This article lists museums in Rutland, England. A museum is a special place where interesting objects are collected and cared for. These objects can be about history, art, science, or culture. Museums let people see these collections and learn from them. This list also includes art galleries that are open to the public.

Name	Image	Town/City	Type	What you can see
Lyddington Bede House		Lyddington	Historic house	This old building was once part of a palace for the Bishops of Lincoln. Later, it became a home for poor people, called an almshouse. It is now looked after by English Heritage.
Normanton Church Museum		Normanton	Local history	This museum is inside a beautiful church that sits partly in Rutland Water. You can learn about local history, see fossils, and discover how Rutland Water was built.
Oakham Castle		Oakham	Historic building	This is a very old castle, built in the 12th century. It has a large hall with a unique collection of horseshoes. You can also see sculptures from the 12th century.
Rocks by Rail		Cottesmore	Railway museum	This is a heritage railway where you can see old trains. The museum has industrial locomotives and wagons that were used to carry minerals from mines. You can also see vehicles used in quarries.
Rutland County Museum		Oakham	Local history	This museum tells the story of Rutland. It covers local history, old discoveries (archaeology), and how people used to live in the countryside. You can also see old tools and farming equipment.

See also

• Category:Tourist attractions in Rutland