Manx Museum
The Manx Museum (Thie Tashtee Vannin) in Douglas, Isle of Man is the national museum of the Isle of Man. It is run by Manx National Heritage.
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Clagh Ogham, an artifact at the museum
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Another artifact
Thie Tashtee Vannin | |
![]() The Manx Museum building in Douglas | |
![]() ![]() Location of Manx Museum on the Isle of Man | |
Established | 2 November 1922 |
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Location | Kingswood Grove, Douglas, Isle of Man |
Coordinates | 54°09′16″N 4°28′55″W |
Type | National Museum |
The museum opened in 1922, in a building that was formerly Noble's Old Hospital. It was expanded and remodeled during 1986–89.[1]
The museum serves as headquarters of Manx National Heritage.[1]
The museum bears no relation to the institution with the same name formed by Trevor Ashe in 1825.
See also
- North American Manx Museum, in Wisconsin, United States
References
- "Isle of Man Guide: Manx Museum". Retrieved 7 December 2016.
External links
- Manx Museum, official site
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