The town of Halifax has been an industrial center since the Middle Ages. There is an interesting Industrial museum as well as attractive historic buildings and an energetic arts scene. Halifax has many galleries, the Victoria Theatre and Square Chapel Centre for the Arts.
The Bankfield Museum in Halifax has one of the finest costume and textile collections in the country. The house, once the home of a 19th century mill owner, commands a dramatic view over Halifax.
Address: Bankfield Museum, Boothtown Road, Halifax HX3 6HG, England
Hours:
January 1 to December 31: 10am-5pm; Sun:1pm-4pm; Closed: Mon
Tips: Last admission is ½ hour before closing time.
Parking: Free
Disability Access: Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
The Calderdale Industrial Museum captures over 150 years of life and work in the Pennines. The museum recreates the work of many industries providing youwith an idea of the sights, sounds and smells of Halifax over the years.
Address: Calderdale Industrial Museum, Halifax HX1 0QG, England
Eureka! The Children's Museum is the first hands-on museum designed for children in Britain. There are four main exhibit areas and over 400 exhibits that will engage children under the age of 12 for hours.
Address: Eureka! The Museum for Children, Discovery Road, Halifax HX1 2NE, England
Hours:
Always closed on: Christmas - Christian (December 25), Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24), Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
Tips: Open School Holidays, Bank Holidays and Weekends from 10am to 5pm. Open Tuesday to Friday during term-time from 10am to 4pm.
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
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