Rayleigh Town Museum facts for kids
Rayleigh Town Museum sits above a Pizza Restaurant
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| Established | 9 April 2016 |
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| Location | 91 High Street, Rayleigh, England |
| Type | Local museum |
The Rayleigh Town Museum is a small museum in the town of Rayleigh. It is located on the top floor of a building at 91 High Street. This museum is special because it focuses on the history of its local area.
The museum is run by a special group called a registered charity. This means it is a non-profit organization that helps the community. The building itself is very old and interesting. It is a former timber-framed house that was built a long time ago, at least in the 1500s! Because it's so old and important, it's known as a Grade II listed building. This means it's protected because of its historical value.
Discovering Rayleigh's Past
The Rayleigh Town Museum helps people learn about the history of Rayleigh. It collects and shows items that tell the story of the town and its people. Visiting a local museum like this is a great way to connect with the past.
How the Museum Started
The idea for the museum began to take shape in 2015. In March 2015, the museum received a grant of £89,800. This money came from the Heritage Lottery Fund. This fund helps projects that protect and share the UK's heritage. The money was used to help the museum get started, grow, and continue to operate.
Grand Opening Day
The Rayleigh Town Museum officially opened its doors on April 9, 2016. A special guest, Mark Francois, helped open the museum. He is the local Member of Parliament (MP) for the area. An MP is a person elected to represent their community in the country's government.
