Museum of Bath Architecture

17/08/2026

Team work at The Museum of Bath Architecture when some heavy carpet needed to be moved recently. We are continuing to clear the chapel as part of our collections rationalisation project, ready for building work to take place.

29/07/2026

Earlier this month we took historic images and bannisters from our Wood House, Twerton collection, to Twerton Flower Show 🌸💬

Wood House was demolished in 1965 and the demolishing of this historic building was recorded by Ruth and Peter Coard. Their records form a large part of our collection here at The Museum of Bath Architecture.

It was wonderful to share this collection with the community. More images can be found on the Bath in Time image library.

15/07/2026

Bath Spa Live: Molly Taylor and the Architecture of Newton Park 💬✨

📍Bath Spa University - Newton Park Campus, Bath, BA2 9BN
⏰Saturday 1 August 2026 at 2pm
🎫Tickets available via the link in our bio https://www.ticketsource.com/bathspalive/molly-taylor-and-the-architecture-of-newton-park/e-vgaebx

A guided walk with Dr Amy Frost, Senior Curator exploring the historic architecture of the Bath Spa University at Newton Park which ranges from 14th Century to the present day.

Highlighting the role of Molly Taylor on campus and as Bath’s first significant woman architect.

Bath Preservation Trust (BPT) is an independent charity dedicated to conserving, enhancing and celebrating Bath's unique built and natural heritage. Through advocacy, education and community engagement, BPT works to ensure Bath continues to thrive as a living World Heritage city. Like Bath Spa University, we are committed to connecting people with the city's rich history, architecture and landscapes.

Meet at the front of the Refectory Building

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13/04/2026

The Museum of Bath Architecture has loaned 70 objects to Blenheim Palace as part of their new exhibition Blueprints of Power: John Vanbrugh's Rivalries & Genius Behind Blenheim Palace.

Blueprints of Power invites visitors to step straight into the dazzling world of Sir John Vanbrugh an architect, playwright and larger-than-life character whose ambition shaped an era.

Our team loved visiting the exhibition and would highly recommend (exhibition runs until May 31) https://www.blenheimpalace.com/whats-on/events/blueprints-of-power.html

09/03/2026

Behind the scenes at The Museum of Bath Architecture🖌️

When assessing objects around the museum, we found that one of the paintings ('The Panorama of Bath') had some mould on the back. We had some advice from a painting conservator and Katherine did a great makeover on it last week. The environment is much better now as we have had some work done to the roof. We will of course be keeping an eye on it!

16/02/2026

A wonderful morning of sunshine and blue skies in Bath 🌞

We may be closed but we do have some brilliant monthly events for you to attend, with lots of architectural talks being held at No.1 Royal Crescent. Find out more and book by visiting our website 🔍

10/02/2026

09/02/2026

Join Bath Preservation Trust’s Senior Curator Dr Amy Frost on two fascinating historical and architectural walks around Bath 💬Part of the award-winning, city-wide

Molly Taylor and Early Women Architects in Bath - Walking Tour with Dr Amy Frost
📆Saturday 14 March 2026
⏰11:00 - 12:00
🗺 Start: Abbey Green by the plane tree
Tickets: https://www.curiousmindsfestival.co.uk/events/walking-tour-molly-taylor-and-early-women-architects-in-bath-with-dr-amy-frost

The Sack of Julian Road - A Walking Tour with Dr Amy Frost
📆Saturday 21 March 2026
⏰11:00 - 12:00
🗺 Start and end outside No.1 Royal Crescent, BA1 2LR
Tickets: https://www.curiousmindsfestival.co.uk/events/the-sack-of-julian-road-a-walking-tour-with-dr-amy-frost

03/02/2026

Bath Preservation Trust X RIBA Bristol and Bath Midweek Monthlies talks are back.

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month for 'Elements of Nature', a new series of talks, plus solution-focussed sessions soon to be announced.

We are excited to be collaborating with Studio Egret West, Make Architects, Waugh Thistleton Architects, Barefoot Architects and others, to deliver an inspiring and informative programme sponsored by RIBA Bristol & Bath, that deep dives into important themes which advance design excellence, excel innovation and press for policy change at both the local and national context.

🎟️Booking is open for TIMBER
📅6pm on Wednesday 4th March
📍Museum of Bath Architecture

Dave Lomax of Waugh Thistleton explores the power of engineered timber and how it might help us build a better future.

Dave will explain the evolution of Waugh Thistleton’s work in mass timber from a world’s first experimental building through to a new model of practice combining world-leading research and international impact to deliver an Architecture of Sufficiency.

Book now: https://museumofbatharchitecture.org.uk/whats-on/

19/01/2026

Behind the scenes preparing 70 items for loan to Blenheim Palace for their upcoming exhibition: Blueprints of Power: John Vanbrugh's Rivalries & Genius Behind Blenheim Palace.