Dover Museum

Dover Museum is housed in the Dover Town Hall building and presents the history of Dover from prehistoric times through to the modern era. The museum's collections include significant archaeological finds from the Bronze Age Dover Boat, medieval artefacts, and exhibits relating to Dover's role during World War II, including the famous Dover Castle and its use as a command centre during the war. Interactive displays and period reconstructions help bring the town's complex history to life for visitors of all ages.

The museum explores multiple facets of Dover's identity: its origins as a Roman port, its development as a medieval stronghold, its significance during the Napoleonic Wars, and its experience during the Second World War when the town faced considerable bombing and served strategic military functions. The collections also cover the modern port's development and Dover's contemporary role in cross-Channel transport. The museum provides essential context for understanding Dover's landscape and architectural heritage, and visits typically take 2 to 3 hours to explore the displays thoroughly.