Manx Museum - Thie Tashtee Vannin - Douglas, Isle of Man
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N 54° 09.276 W 004° 28.918
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The Manx Museum in Douglas is the national museum of the Isle Man and is run by Manx National Heritage.
Waymark Code: WMX52B
Location: Isle of Man
Date Posted: 11/28/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member bluesnote
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The Museum opened in 1922, in a building that was formerly Noble's Old Hospital. It was expanded and remodeled during 1986-89.

"The Manx Museum is bursting with artefacts and treasures unique to the Isle of Man. The Island's 10,000 year history is presented through film, galleries and interactive displays. The perfect starting point on your journey of discovery around the Island and its Viking and Celtic past."

Things not to miss include:

Introductory film to the Island's 10,000 year history
National Art Gallery
Viking hoards of silver and gold in the Viking Gallery
The story of Tynwald, the oldest continuous Parliament in the world
Manx landscape, wildlife and habitats in the Natural History Gallery
The Island at War and its internment camps
The world-famous TT races, legendary riders and their motorbikes
The Holiday Isle in its heyday as a tourist destination from Victorian times
Gifts and souvenirs in the Gallery Shop
Refreshments in the Bay Room Cafe
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visit the National Library & Archive and uncover stories or iMuseum

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