The Museum of East Asian Art opened in April 1993 Based in a restored Georgian building, this unique Museum houses an extensive collection of Chinese. Japanese Korean and Southeast Asian
artifacts. collected over the past 35 years by the Museums founder Brian McElney.
The objects on display range in date from c.5000 BC to the twentieth century. and vividly illustrate the fine achievements of East Asian artists and
craftsmen. The collection displays at any one time over 5(10 art treasures in live galleries. The Museum has a particularly fine collection of over 200 Chinese jades. and there are more than 500 Chinese and East Asian
ceramics. The metalware collection includes artworks of gold. silver., bronze. cloisonne and enamel. A lively. innovative approach is taken to the presentation of the Museum's collection. with
emphasis being placed on education and entertainment.
An introduction video (available in six languages). gallery guides and children’s quizzes are available to help visitors enjoy the collection. The Museum also offers an
audio tape and handling collection for the visually impaired. Exhibitions are supported by an active quarterly events program including tours. lectures, object identification clinics. storytelling and workshops. Events calendars
are available from the Museum Shop and details of these activities arc given in a regular mailshot.
Opening Times
April - October
November - March
Monday - Saturday 10.00am to 6.00pm Sundays 10.00 am to 5.00 pm
Monday - Saturday 10.00am to 5.00pm Sundays 12.00 am to 5.00 pm
Opening Times
Museum of eastern art
Museum of eastern art, 12 Bennett St, Bath, 01225 464640
Museum of eastern art, 12 Bennett St, Bath, 01225 464640
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