Swansea’s museums and galleries are just waiting to be discovered and a new a new brochure tells how.
Starting in the lively Marina Quarter there is a famous statue of the poet Dylan Thomas, one of Swansea’s most famous sons.
The Dylan Thomas Centre is dedicated to the life and work of the Swansea-born poet. Highlights include the permanent ‘Man and Myth’ exhibition, the corridor gallery and the welcoming café, serving great coffee and thousands of second hand books.
Nearby are two excellent museums offering a real contrast for visitors. Swansea Museum is the oldest in Wales and is home to many wonders including, Hor the Egyptian mummy and the intriguingly named ‘Cabinet of Curiosities’
Next door is the National Waterfront Museum, telling the story of industry and innovation, it is without doubt one of Wales’ most state-of-the-
At the Glynn Vivian Art Gallery, old and new exist in perfect harmony. There are paintings by Monet and Pissarro and sculptures by Hepworth and Nash rubbing shoulders with contemporary exhibitions in the modern wing.
Dotted around the city, there are an abundance of galleries and places of interest. How about the Egypt Centre and the Oriel Ceri Richards Gallery? Or maybe Mumbles Pottery and the Lovespoon Gallery? Each place has its own charm just waiting to be discovered.
To download a copy of the Discover Swansea brochure visit http://www.swansea.gov.uk/
Or email marketing@swansea.gov.uk to request a copy by post.
