Museum
Dockyard Museum
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The Dockyard Museum is situated in the heart of Nelson's Dockyard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only remaining Georgian-era naval dockyard in the world. Housed in the former Naval Officer's House, the museum presents a focused collection of maritime artifacts, including ship models, navigational instruments, and personal items from the 18th and 19th centuries. Visitors learn about the strategic importance of English Harbour to the British Royal Navy, the daily lives of sailors and dockyard workers, and the dockyard's restoration. The museum's setting within the active dockyard, with its restored buildings and yachts, brings history to life.
Don't miss
- Examine a rare 18th-century ship's chronometer used for navigation at sea.
- See the detailed model of HMS Antelope, a frigate that served in the Caribbean.
- Read the personal letters of Admiral Horatio Nelson, offering insight into his time in Antigua.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Dockyard Museum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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