Welcome to Calderdale Museums

Shibden Hall
Set in the picturesque Shibden valley, a mile from Halifax, Shibden Hall dates back to 1420 and offers visitors a fascinating journey through the lives of the people who lived and worked here.
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Bankfield Museum
Set in the attractive surroundings of Akroyd Park, at the centre of Akroydon model village conservation area, this Victorian mansion was the home of local mill owner, philanthropist and MP, Colonel Edward Akroyd.
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Smith Art Gallery
This purpose built Art Gallery and public library, known as ‘The Rydings’, is surrounded by a beautiful park and gardens.
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Shibden Hall - Virtual Tour
Join us on a journey through 600 years of history and discover the secrets of Shibden Hall from the comfort of your home.
Thursday 11th February 2021
Until 11th February 2024
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Have you taken a look at our new Shibden Hall 600 year timeline created with @PackedWith yet??
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Shibden Hall
09/04/2021 at 15:07
We're admiring our freshly cleaned library of Edward Akroyd @BankfieldMuseum with its ornate ceiling, bookcases and… https://t.co/gmJy5LCRIQ
Bankfield Museum
09/04/2021 at 15:07
If you've not listened to Anne's birthday diary entries yet, check out today's 1830 entry read by Collections Manager, Angela Clare.
Yesterday's 1829 entry was read by Museums Ma...
Shibden Hall
09/04/2021 at 15:07
We've been spring cleaning the grand private library of Edward Akroyd at Bankfield this week. We love the beautifully painted ceiling featuring Shakespeare, Milton, Tennyson and Ch...
Bankfield Museum
09/04/2021 at 15:07