Windsor and Royal Borough Museum facts for kids
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| Established | 1951 |
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| Location | Windsor, Berkshire, England |
| Type | Local museum |
| Collection size | 13,500 |
The Windsor and Royal Borough Museum is a cool place where you can discover the amazing history of Windsor and the surrounding area. It's located in the English county of Berkshire. This museum helps you explore the past of the town and the wider Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead.
The museum is inside a very old and important building called Windsor Guildhall. This building is so special that it's listed as a Grade I building, meaning it's historically very important! The local government, the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead, helps manage the museum.
Discovering Windsor's Past
This museum is all about local history. It shows how people lived in Windsor and the Royal Borough over many years. You can learn about the town's growth and the lives of its residents. It's a great way to connect with the history right where you live or visit.
The Museum's Beginning
The first time the museum opened its doors was in 1951. This was a special year because it was part of the Festival of Britain celebrations. A very important person, Princess Elizabeth, who later became Queen Elizabeth II, officially opened the exhibition. She even came back to visit the building again in 2011!
