Wilberforce House
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coolkidz59coolkidz59
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Very informative & some recordings led by the Black folks along with mentions of Black abolitionists. What felt weird for me was the ceremonial mask that was offered to anyone (predominantly kids) to be played with.It was what made it a 3-4 for me. I’ve added a pic of it here. Another thing is little information on Hull’s involvement in the trade of goods made by the enslaved. It was a business & there is definitely more information like the actual numbers of these products. The anti-slavery medallions/coins were very interesting but I was again left with more questions. I think this section could be easily extended. Certain items were romanticising slavery & I didn’t feel like there was enough criticism of that
Paula From PolandPaula From Poland
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Wilberforce House is one of the many amazing places to visit if you want to learn about Hull’s history and in particular the importance of William Wilberforce. It’s a free museum situated in the Museum Quarter in the Old Town and just a short walk from the Minster, the Market and Whitefriargate. The building itself is beautiful with so much information to absorb! I really like the gardens , complete with mulberry trees. At the bottom of the garden it’s possible to look out onto the walkway and the River Hull although it’s no longer possible to go out that way. Right next door is the Streetlife Museum.
Anne Marie StaggAnne Marie Stagg
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Incredible place where William Wilberforce lived. You can learn so much about this extraordinary figure in history who abolished slavery in England. Lots of information about him and his life, and the work he did to abolish slavery. A great historical site for people to come and see and learn too. There are many preserved documents, manuscripts, attires, and newspaper clips depicting William Wilberforces life and political career. There's lots of information on the transatlantic slave trade, and slavery throughout history too. Well worth a visit! Very informative and enriching.
Flower VioletFlower Violet
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Wilberforce house is a grade one listed former merchants house in High Street backing on to the river Hull. This stunning building is home to the William Wilberforce Museum. A fascinating collection of Artifacts and showing the life of William Wilberforce, one of Hull's most famous sons. There is a lot to see in this museum, the building itself is fascinating and there is a lovely garden backing on to the river. In the pavement outside there are some of the fish and a crab which are part of the hull fish Trail. The museum is free to enter. Highly recommended.
Andrew NellAndrew Nell
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Part of Hull's museum quarter, Wilberforce House is the birthplace of William Wilberforce MP, who championed the anti-slavery and abolitionist cause in Britain in the late 18th century. The museum tells the history of the house itself and the Wilberforce family, from the building of the house to the life and times of William Wilberforce himself, a history of African slavery through to the abolition of the slave trade in Britain.
Tat Chuen KongTat Chuen Kong
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Nearby Attractions Of Wilberforce House
The Deep
Streetlife Museum
Hull Minster
Ferens Art Gallery
Napoleons Casino & Restaurant, Hull
Escape Room Hull
Hull City Hall
Hull & East Riding Museum
Hull Maritime Museum
Dinostar

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The Admiral of the Humber - JD Wetherspoon
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Basic Info
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23-25 High St, Hull HU1 1NQ, United Kingdom
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+44 1482 300300
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Website
hullmuseums.co.uk
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cultural
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Wilberforce House is a British historic house museum, part of the Museums Quarter of Kingston-upon-Hull. It is the birthplace of social reformer William Wilberforce, who used his time as a member of Parliament to work for the abolition of slavery throughout the British Empire.
attractions: The Deep, Streetlife Museum, Hull Minster, Ferens Art Gallery, Napoleons Casino & Restaurant, Hull, Escape Room Hull, Hull City Hall, Hull & East Riding Museum, Hull Maritime Museum, Dinostar, restaurants: The Admiral of the Humber - JD Wetherspoon, Wings International Cuisine, The Minerva, The Three John Scotts - JD Wetherspoon, The Lion & Key, Ye Olde White Harte, Thieving Harry's, Yates - Hull, Ambiente Tapas Hull, The Brazilian Churrascaria & Bar

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