Plan your visit
Admission to the museum is free, except for event days.
Opening times
You can visit the museum Friday to Tuesday between 10am and 4pm (last entry 3.45pm).
The museum has a small car park to the front and side of the building. It is fully accessible to wheelchair users.
Café and shop
Our gift shop sells unusual gifts and toys, period postcards and a range of heritage books.
The Gatehouse Tearoom is open for refreshments.
Learning visits
The learning offer to schools, colleges, universities and community groups focuses on the Victorian and early 20th century era history as well as creative arts and planting.
Loans kits are also available for hire.
Events
Halloween at the museum!
Step into a world of Halloween magic this half term and join us for a spooktacular day packed with creepy crafts, wicked games, fun activities and a frightfully fun Halloween trail to explore around the museum.
Come dressed to impress… or should we say, terrify! We’d love to see your most creative, creepy and terrifying Halloween costumes!
- only £4 per child, children must be accompanied by an adult
- Tuesday 27 October, 10am to 4pm (last entry 3.45pm)
Bring the whole family along for a day of Halloween fun, spooky surprises and plenty of things to discover!
A Victorian Christmas at the Museum of Lincolnshire Life
Step back in time and see how the Victorians celebrated Christmas with festive traditions!
We have craft activities for the children and a marvellous opportunity to meet Mother Christmas. Don't forget to visit Mr Black, the Victorian printer, to create your own traditional Christmas card and see cook prepare for the busiest time of her year. Join us in delighting in the sights and sounds of a traditional Victorian Christmas amidst the historical backdrop of Lincolnshire.
- only £4 per child, children must be accompanied by an adult
- Tuesday 22 December, 10am to 4pm (last entry 3.45pm)