subject: Weston Park Museum An Award Winning Establishment Set In Lush Greenery [print this page] Home to the Sheffield United Football Club Stadium and Sheffield Arena the list of sports one could participate in are endless. For shopping in Sheffield, a tourist will find Meadowhall Shopping Centre, Fargate, Devonshire Quarter, Ecclesall Road, London Road and Orchard Square to be among the best destinations. Dining in Sheffield is yet another event that is sure to satiate even the pickiest eater. Find American, British, French, Gastro, Indian, Italian, Modern Euro, Oriental, Tapas and vegetarian restaurants all over the city, featuring both fine dining and budgetary establishments.
Popular tourist attractions in Sheffield include the scenic Sheffield Round Walk, the beautiful Botanic Gardens, the work of art The Arts Tower, the enchanting Bringham Park and Whiteley Woods, the wondrous castle called Sheffields Lost Castle and the award winning Weston Park Museum.
Weston Park Museum is situated in a prime location, just one mile west of the city, lying behind Weston Park and surrounded by the famous University of Sheffield. Built in the 1830s, the museum has had renovations over time but the neo-classical and Ionic order faade has remained. Originally a private home, entrance to the museum is free. Winner of the Guardian Family Friendly Award in 2008, people of all ages will find something fascinating and new to learn in this museum.
Displays carry artefacts that can be dated to a million years ago and span many cultures of the world. From viewing ancient mummies to a display of a traditional butcher shop, a visitor will feel like an explorer discovering the many continents and their treasures. Five galleries can be found in the Weston Park Museum and they are Sheffield Life and Times, What on Earth!, Harold Cantor Gallery, Treasures and About Art.
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