Maidstone Museum & Bentlif Art Gallery

Maidstone Museum is housed in a charming Elizabethan Manor House, in the centre of Maidstone - Kent's County Town. Each gallery will fascinate and surprise; with a wealth of exhibits and objects to see and enjoy as well as regular storytelling, wiggle & jiggle and children's holiday activities.

If you are unable to visit the museum today, then take a virtual tour of our reception, Glass Room, Library, Japanese Gallery and the Kentish Deli Cafe now.

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NOW SHOWING...

International Garden Photographer of the Year
Saturday 25 May to Sunday 14 July

International Garden Photographer of the Year is the most prestigious flower and garden photography competition and exhibition in the world. Run in association with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, it is open to amateurs and professionals alike, attracting over 18,000 entries each year. The exhibition will showcase specially selected photographs from winners and finalists in the fourth and fifth International Garden Photographer of the Year competition.

Admission charges apply

Please note that during this exhibition, there is limited access to the Japanese Gallery. Should you wish to view the japanese gallery without viewing the exhibition, then please ask a member of staff who will be happy to gain access for you.

See more information on our forthcoming exhibitions. 

DID YOU KNOW... that you can view our oil painting collections through the BBC Your Paintings: Public Catalogue Foundation