Collections
The collections in Colchester and Ipswich cover both human and natural history. These collections are full of objects which tell us not only what life was like thousands of years ago but also about life today. Find out more about each of the collections by clicking the tabs on the left or check out some of the highlights.
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Art
What? Do you have any pictures in your house? Or saved on your mobile...
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Archaeology Colchester
What? Colchester occupies a unique place in the history of Britain.
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Archaeology Ipswich
Welcome to archaeology at Ipswich Museum. Join us on a journey of...
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Social History
What? Social History covers all aspects of domestic and social life...
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Natural History Ipswich
What? Ipswich Museum has a historic connection to science and the...
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Natural History Colchester
What? The Natural History collections held at Colchester focus on...
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Explore the highlights
Have a look at some of the highlights of our extensive collection.
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Portable Antiquities Scheme
The Portable Antiquities Scheme is a voluntary scheme to record...
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Conservation
Colchester and Ipswich Museums Conservation Service undertakes...
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Identifications Service
Colchester and Ipswich Museums Service operates a free identifications...
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