Museum of Bath Architecture facts for kids
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| Established | 1984 |
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| Location | The Paragon, Bath |
| Owner | Bath Preservation Trust |
The Museum of Bath Architecture is in Bath, England. It used to be called the Building of Bath Museum. This museum is inside a historic building known as the Countess of Huntingdon's Chapel. It shows how the city of Bath was built during the 1700s. This time was called the Georgian era.
The Bath Preservation Trust owns and runs the museum. This Trust works to protect and care for historic buildings in Bath.
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Exploring Bath's Building History
The museum helps visitors understand how Georgian houses were made. It uses models, maps, and paintings. You can see how a typical house was built. This includes everything from the stone walls to the fancy plasterwork.
What You Can See
- Displays about how stone was mined.
- Exhibits on how furniture was made.
- Sections about painting and wallpaper.
- Information on soft furnishings and upholstery.
A large model of Bath is also a highlight. It is built to a 1:500 scale. This means it is 500 times smaller than the real city. It gives you a great bird's-eye view of Bath.
Art and Views of Bath
The museum has some special artworks. These include old pictures of Bath. One is a wide view of Bath from Beechen Cliff. It was made in 1824 by Charles Joseph Hullmandel. This picture shows Bath as a smaller city. It was before the railway arrived and the city grew even more. Another view from 1833 shows Bath from Lyncombe Hill. It was painted by Joseph William Allen.
The Museum's Historic Home
The building where the museum is located has a long history. It was built in 1765. It first served as the Trinity Presbyterian Church. It is also known as the Countess of Huntingdon's Chapel.
A Special Building
This building is very important. English Heritage has given it a Grade II* listed building status. This means it is a particularly important building. It has more than special interest. It is protected to make sure it stays safe for the future.
