Open every day of the week from 10am-4:30pm!
The Keep Military Museum in Dorchester offers a fascinating insight into local military history. The Grade II listed building, once the gatehouse for the Depot Barracks of the Dorsetshire Regiment, houses amazing artefacts, learning experiences and fun for all the family. The Museum is open every day of the week from 10am-4:30pm, with last entry at 3:30pm! We look forward to seeing you!
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23 Mar
Keeping It Real: The Podcast
Read moreThe Keep Military Museum Young Historians are thrilled to announce the launch of their latest project, Keeping It Real: The Podcast. Young Historians is a
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06 Mar
What’s On in March at the Keep Military Museum!
Read moreCome along to the Museum this March, with information below about the events we’re running this month! Living History Saturday Session! Join us on the
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01 Mar
Will Bligh’s Coast and Castle Cycle!
Read moreOn Sunday 26th of March, we’re delighted to be the starting point for Will Blight’s latest charity cycle in aid of Ducks and Drakes Cancer
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08 Feb
What’s On in February at the Keep Military Museum!
Read moreThis February is a packed month here at the museum, so check out this round up of all the events on at the Keep this
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02 Dec
So Red a Road: a New Book by Christopher Jary
Read moreA new book reveals for the first time the extent of the sacrifice made by the men of the Dorset Regiment who, in September 1944,