Harborough Museum was opened in 1983 and is set in the historic market town of Market Harborough. Founded in the 12th century, the town is still the focus of local commerce and boasts an indoor market, antiques market (Sunday) and a range of unique retail outlets. The museum celebrates Market Harborough’s long history as a centre of trade and industry in the heart the Welland Valley at the crossroads between Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.

Harborough Museum acts as an information resource for the town and surrounding area. Our knowledgeable staff are pleased to help visitors interested in local history and can draw on an extensive archive of photographs and paper records. See Getting Involved and contact us for various ways you can help at Harborough Museum.

Regular displays include:

Plus there are temporary displays that change regularly.

The Museum is operated in partnership by Leicestershire County Council, Harborough District Council and the Market Harborough Historical Society.

Also see Audience Development Plans to find out how we are trying to improve the museum and the museum experience for all visitors.