Gain a fascinating insight into local history and enjoy impressive artworks in the Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery. This attraction has a distinctly local flavor, focusing on the history of the island and showcasing artists from the region. Find the museum in the grounds of St. Peter Port’s gorgeous 19th-century gardens.
Marvel at the Victorian architecture of the bandstand, which is part of the museum. This is a feature of the surrounding Candie Gardens. Although the park dates back to the 19th century, the museum opened here in 1978 and promptly won awards for its exhibits.
The main attraction is the Story of Guernsey, an exhibit dedicated to local history. Learn about how the island became a crown dependency and visit displays dedicated to the German occupation of the island during World War II. Bring your children to the Discovery Room, which features interactive displays and costumes for children to wear.
Browse the watercolors in the Rona Cole Art Gallery, named after the first director of the museum. Look for works by Peter Le Vasseur, a painter born in Guernsey whose Tree of Life is a local favorite. One gallery features light-sensitive paintings that are kept in drawers, so you can look at them without damaging them.
Enjoy some refreshments after exploring the galleries in the Café Victoria, which is located in the bandstand. Your drink will come with delightful views of the park, the rest of Guernsey and even the other Channel Islands in the distance. The museum also features a multimedia lecture theater, while the gardens host outdoor concerts during the warmer summer months.
Explore the Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery while wandering around Candie Gardens. Walk here from other attractions in St. Peter Port in just a few moments or take one of the local buses. Street parking is available for any visitors driving here. The museum is open throughout the year and there is an admission fee, although access to the gardens is free.