Chepstow Museum

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Chepstow Museum is a museum in Chepstow, Monmouthshire, south east Wales.

[edit] Location

Chepstow museum is located in the town centre opposite Chepstow Castle and near the River Wye and occupies a fine 18th century townhouse built originally by a wealthy merchant who was also an apothecary. The building later became a school and later still a hospital.

[edit] Displays

The museum collection and displays reflect the growth and history of Chepstow as a trading port from medieval times and Marches town and its location within the Wye Valley, attracting many poets and painters.

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