Jersey Museum and Art Gallery
Jersey Museum & Art Gallery
An island history museum in the centre of St Helier, covering the story from the Ice Age to the present day, with a reconstructed Victorian merchant's house next door.
The Jersey Museum sits in the centre of St Helier. Using archaeological artefacts, paintings and multimedia displays, it traces the history of Jersey from the Ice Age to the modern era, including the Norman period, the contest between England and France, and the rise of the island as a finance centre. The connected Victorian merchant's house is furnished as it would have appeared in the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the lives of wealthy merchants of the time. The Art Gallery holds works by local artists and exhibits related to Lillie Langtry, a Victorian society beauty born in Jersey. It is a good place to learn about the island's history on arrival. Tickets are required.
Opening hours
About 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Royal Square
- Jersey Maritime Museum
- St Helier Central Market
- Elizabeth Castle
- Samarès Manor
- St Matthew's Church (Glass Church)
- La Hougue Bie
- Hamptonne Country Life Museum