Myths and Memories: Renaissance Maps
Open now until 22 June 2025
The American Museum & Gardens presents one of the finest collections of Renaissance maps in the world in a new special exhibition for spring 2025. Myths and Memories: Renaissance Maps brings one of Bath’s most celebrated museum collections back into the spotlight, for a must-see show this spring.
Myths and Memories: Renaissance Maps is the first major display of the American Museum’s world-renowned map collection in over a decade, reframing the way the maps have historically been shown. On display is the incredible power, beauty and history of Renaissance maps, with a fascinating new exploration of the myths and memories that created them.
This exhibition launches the Museum’s exciting Year of Exploration, which will feature special exhibitions and events, including a pop-up planetarium, stargazing, a thrilling space exhibition, and seasonal family trails.
Video by Zeyus Media
Photos by Judith Parkyn Photography
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