The Georgian House Museum
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The Georgian House is a historic building at 7 Great George Street, Bristol, England. It was originally built around 1790 for John Pinney, a wealthy sugar merchant and slave plantation owner, and is now furnished and displayed as a typical late 18th century town house.
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The Georgian House is a historic building at 7 Great George Street, Bristol, England. It was originally built around 1790 for John Pinney, a wealthy sugar merchant and slave plantation owner, and is now furnished and displayed as a typical late 18th century town house.
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Under-visited museum that's well worth a look around in my view. It's centrally located and donation-based for entry. We were shown around by a really informative guide who was able to make the visit a more storied experience. It's quite tardis-like, with lots to see on four? floors. The rooms contain original furniture and I think the whole place offered a real insight into class and society in the Georgian era. It does feel odd touring a place with deep ties to the trade in enslaved people, but the curators have made some effort to acknowledge that role and encourage visitors to ask questions and explore it. There's a small gift shop selling local books and a few other bits and bobs, but no food to my knowledge (although Park Street is a minute or two's walk away!). Most floors were not accessible as far as I could see.
Richard CaseyRichard Casey
30
A bit like my former home – discover what a Bristol sugar plantation and slave owner’s home might have looked like around 1790. Eleven rooms spread over four floors reveal what life was like above and below stairs, from the kitchen in the basement where servants prepared meals to the elegant formal rooms above... Facilities are a bit sparse, coffee terrible and the staff unfriendly. Prices waayyyy too high. Avoid at all costs.
Simon ClarkSimon Clark
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Great house museum decorated well in keeping with the Georgian time period- such as this amazing chandelier. Staff were quick to welcome me and offer a tour guide sheet, I also liked how each room had an extra sheet of information for those who like the extra history/detail. It's surprising how big the house is and well worth a visit, especially as it's free!
Lacey TrotmanLacey Trotman
10
Nice to see how the Georgians lived. Well set out house with most of rooms accessable. Really loved the cellar and kitchens. Nice to see some Royal Crown Derby pottery around the house (factory 3 miles from where I live) There is also some information on the top floor regarding the familys dealings in the slave trade. Free entry, donations welcome.
Andrew WilkinsonAndrew Wilkinson
20
Excellent and informative exhibit. There was a temporary exhibit that I'm sure would have been interesting but I was too focused on what I came to see. The guides and volunteers were great, as was the staff member at the front desk. They answered all of my questions comprehensively and pleasantly. Would really recommend!
Henry CHenry C
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