THE AMELIA SCOTT

Step inside 41,774 square feet of public space in the heart of Tunbridge Wells, home to libraries, a museum, exhibition galleries, council services and tourist information - all under one roof, all here for you.

THE AMELIA SCOTT

Step inside 41,774 square feet of public space in the heart of Tunbridge Wells, home to libraries, a museum, exhibition galleries, council services and tourist information - all under one roof, all here for you.

LEARNING

Our programme of exhibitions, workshops, family activities, talks and events is designed to inspire and entertain. Whatever your age, discover new opportunities to learn, create and connect with your community.

LEARNING

Our programme of exhibitions, workshops, family activities, talks and events is designed to inspire and entertain. Whatever your age, discover new opportunities to learn, create and connect with your community.

CELEBRATING LOCAL HISTORY

Explore around 60,000 objects telling the story of Tunbridge Wells and the High Weald, spanning local and natural history, archaeology, fine and decorative arts and the everyday lives of people who lived here.

CELEBRATING LOCAL HISTORY

Explore around 60,000 objects telling the story of Tunbridge Wells and the High Weald, spanning local and natural history, archaeology, fine and decorative arts and the everyday lives of people who lived here.

FAMILY FRIENDLY

Shortlisted for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award, The Amelia Scott is a welcoming, inclusive space where imaginations can run wild and curiosity is always encouraged.

FAMILY FRIENDLY

Shortlisted for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award, The Amelia Scott is a welcoming, inclusive space where imaginations can run wild and curiosity is always encouraged.

PRESERVING MEMORY

Every object in our care tells a story that must not be forgotten. From personal photographs to everyday documents, our collections safeguard the memories and experiences of individual lives for future generations.

PRESERVING MEMORY

Every object in our care tells a story that must not be forgotten. From personal photographs to everyday documents, our collections safeguard the memories and experiences of individual lives for future generations.

CONSERVATION & PRESERVATION

Paving the way for a new era of digitisation and access, ensuring the protection of objects while providing exciting and immersive experiences for audiences.

CONSERVATION & PRESERVATION

Paving the way for a new era of digitisation and access, ensuring the protection of objects while providing exciting and immersive experiences for audiences.

MAGIC PLACE

At The Amelia, every exhibition is an adventure, bringing joy to every generation.

MAGIC PLACE

At The Amelia, every exhibition is an adventure, bringing joy to every generation.

OUR COLLECTIONS

Objects are integrated throughout the building, making our collection more immersive and accessible to visitors.

OUR COLLECTIONS

Objects are integrated throughout the building, making our collection more immersive and accessible to visitors.

EVENTS

We keep local history alive by telling the stories of the past.

EVENTS

We keep local history alive by telling the stories of the past.

COUNCIL SERVICES

Our call centre team is the primary telephone contact point for residents who cannot access services online.

Last year 118,183 call centre customers were served.

COUNCIL SERVICES

Our call centre team is the primary telephone contact point for residents who cannot access services online.

Last year 118,183 call centre customers were served.

HERITAGE

The Amelia Scott has won a prestigious Sandford Award, recognising our heritage education programmes as some of the best in the country.

HERITAGE

The Amelia Scott has won a prestigious Sandford Award, recognising our heritage education programmes as some of the best in the country.

MUSEUM & GALLERY

Our museum and gallery spaces feature changing displays, newly acquired objects and new digital collection technology alongside historic local treasures.

Last Year, our exhibitions welcomed 50,173 visitors.

MUSEUM & GALLERY

Our museum and gallery spaces feature changing displays, newly acquired objects and new digital collection technology alongside historic local treasures.

Last Year, our exhibitions welcomed 50,173 visitors.

A PLACE TO WORK & CELEBRATE

Flexible rooms for meetings, celebrations and conferences, available to hire in the heart of Tunbridge Wells, with layouts to suit events of any size.

A PLACE TO WORK & CELEBRATE

Flexible rooms for meetings, celebrations and conferences, available to hire in the heart of Tunbridge Wells, with layouts to suit events of any size.

LIBRARY

2,331 new library members, 103,666 books issued.

Free to join, with author events, a growing partnership with the British Library, books, computers, music, audiobooks and a thriving young adults collection.

LIBRARY

2,331 new library members, 103,666 books issued.

Free to join, with author events, a growing partnership with the British Library, books, computers, music, audiobooks and a thriving young adults collection.

 The Amelia Scott - Exterior Leaves and magnifying glass Mayoral gown Child in Library The Beacon of hope gallery of artifacts Two Amelia team members with gloves pointing at paintings Special Place Period Costumes Talks 6 members of staff in the Amelia Call Centre Town model Museum and Gallery The Upper Atrium The Amelia Scott Library

Current exhibitions & upcoming events

We host a diverse range of cultural, educational, and community events, exhibitions, creative workshops, library and children’s activities.

3
Sep

Summer Reading Challenge 2026 – Read to the Beat!

The theme inspires children to explore the connection between stories and songs, discovering how reading and music both ignite imagination and creativity.

3
Sep
Exhibition

Archaeology Adventure

Join Moley, our friendly archaeologist-in-training, as your guide on a hands-on journey through time.

4
Sep

Create & Connect

Come along to our free, weekly, welcoming and supportive group, where you can use creativity to improve your mental health, emotional wellbeing, and find connection with others.

7
Sep

Monday Murders – 12 week creative writing course

This free 12 week course will take you through the stages of crafting a story and much more!

7
Sep

Story Time

Listening to stories is a great way to develop and encourage young children to read books. Come and join one of our Story Time sessions for 3 to 4 year olds - it's great fun!

7
Sep

Your Place to Be – A group for Carers

Whether it's a family member or friend, you live with them or they live far away, helping someone who isn't feeling their best is hard. You need support too.

8
Sep

Rhyme Time

Come and join our fun and noisy singing session for children under 4 and their parents and carers. Available on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

8
Sep

Home Education at The Amelia – Primary

Join us at The Amelia for our monthly learning sessions open to home educated children across the borough.

8
Sep

Come as you are – a group for people affected by bereavement

This programme will offer a range of creative activities to support wellbeing and connection.

9
Sep

Just Dance at The Amelia Scott – Pre School Ballet, Tap & Modern

Our Pre School classes are designed to nurture listening skills, memory, coordination through imaginative dance exercises. Prices are per month (monthly subscription).

Stunning!

On a recent visit to Tunbridge Wells I was totally bowled over with this venue and its various displays. Steeped in the proud heritage of the town.

429Happy, Aug 2025

Local gem

Lovely simple local museum. Well thought out and – as a bonus – you can read the library books if you get bored! A real local gem with lots of interesting information.

ccooper8901, Oct 2023

Breathtaking

I went on a private tour of The Amelia Scott in Tunbridge Wells and it was breathtaking.

Mary Harris, INYOURAREA NEWS - July 2021

The Amelia Scott is here for everyone.

We will keep offering a place where anyone – whatever their reason for visiting – can find creativity, connection, and a sense of belonging. Because in the end, creativity isn’t just about making things. It’s about making life better.

Jeremy Kimmel- Arts, Heritage & Engagement Director, The Amelia Scott

Lovely place for families

A great place for families. My young boys enjoy the library. Rhyme time is great for young kids too. They have different exhibitions on like the Lego dinosaurs, that was really fun. A lovely place to have locally.

Greeneyes364, Nov 2024
Two members of the Amelia team working with exhibits

Get Involved

You can play a vital role in helping us fulfil our mission and create a positive impact in our community. Join us and be part of something special.

Our Vision

We are a unique organisation,  bringing arts and culture together in one civic space with council and community services.

The Amelia museum and gallery

News & Stories

  • Rolling Well: What Happens When We Take Gameplay Seriously?

    Rolling Well: What Happens When We Take Gameplay Seriously?

    The Amelia Scott hosted the inaugural Rolling Well Conference in July 26. Over two days, academics, clinicians, educators, local authority representatives, game designers, community practitioners and people with lived experience came together to explore the impact tabletop role-playing games can play in supporting health and wellbeing.

  • ‘Paddock Wood in Living Memory’ project awarded £157,458 by The National Lottery Heritage Fund

    ‘Paddock Wood in Living Memory’ project awarded £157,458 by The National Lottery Heritage Fund

    The Amelia Scott has been awarded a significant grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for Paddock Wood 'In Living Memory'

  • A Royal Visit for The Amelia Scott

    A Royal Visit for The Amelia Scott

    His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester visits The Amelia Scott Staff at The Amelia Scott in Royal Tunbridge Wells welcomed His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester on Thursday 9th July for a tour of the unique civic cultural space.  

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