Herschel Museum of Astronomy

The Herschel Museum of Astronomy in Bath, England, celebrates the remarkable achievements of astronomers William and Caroline Herschel. Located in the historic house where William Herschel discovered the planet Uranus in 1781, the museum explores astronomy, scientific instruments, telescope making, music, and eighteenth-century life. Visitors can discover the Herschels’ pioneering observations, their contributions to understanding the night sky, and the development of powerful reflecting telescopes. Original objects, reconstructed instruments, manuscripts, and period interiors bring their fascinating story to life.