The Harris Museum & art Gallery, Market Square, Preston The Harris is a treasure trove, with something for everyone. Whether you are interested in art, ceramics, costumes and textiles or history. Although it’s not possible to visit the museum in person at this time, you can take a virtual tour of the building online. Don’t miss Foucault’s Pendulum and the copy of the doors of the Baptistery usually seen in Florence, in the main atrium. And on the first floor, discover the stories and people that make Preston special, along with old favorites and new items from our history and archeology collections. Take your virtual tour at www.theharris.org.uk/
Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery, Museum Street, Blackburn The Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery website is full of collections videos and other interactive material. The museum houses a rich and fascinating collection spanning fine art, decorative art, Egyptology, coins, manuscripts, natural history, social history, and South Asia. Visit https://blackburnmuseum.org.uk/
Morecambe Heritage For many years, Morecambe was one of the entertainment capitals of northern England. The Morecambe Heritage website has many videos sharing their memories of fun at the resort. Visit it at http://morecambeheritage.co.uk/
Ribchester Roman Museum, Riverside, Ribchester Although the Ribchester Roman Museum does not offer special virtual tours, the website still provides a wealth of information, which might prove useful for home schooling. The museum houses a collection of Roman artefacts unrivaled in Lancashire and is one of the most educational. Visit www.ribchesterromanmuseum.org
