Hands on History

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The Hands on History Museum, in the old Grammar School where William Wilberforce studied, houses the story of Hull and its people. Entry to the museum is free.

Hands on History includes a fascinating glimpse into Victorian times and also features the Egyptian Gallery. The gallery is home to a genuine 2,600 year old mummy and unique replicas of King Tutankhamun’s treasures.

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Opening times

Monday to Saturday
10am - 5pm
Last admission at 4.45pm

Sunday
1.30pm - 4.30pm
Last admission at 4.15pm

We are open May Day and Spring Bank Holiday, but closed 24 - 28 December, New Year’s Day and Good Friday.

Location

The Hands On History Museum is in Trinity Square, Hull, next to the Holy Trinity Church. Map (link opens in a new window).

Contact us

Hands on History museum
South Church Side
Hull
HU1 1RR
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Tel: 01482 300 300
Fax: 01482 613 710
Email: museums@hullcc.gov.uk
Technical and specialist enquiries - Tel: 01482 613 902