The museum opened in 1982 when - with a growing collection of local objects to be housed and displayed - a group of volunteers raised funds to purchase the present site and its empty, derelict buildings. Much time and effort was then put in to refurbish the buildings for their new role.

Having opened to the public, over the years further enhancements and additions to displays, galleries and facilities have taken place to win awards and provide the present services and representations of Dartmoor’s history.

Housed on three floors in an early 19th Century mill, this lively museum tells the story of how people have lived, worked and played on and around Dartmoor through the centuries. It shows how the moorland has shaped their lives just as their work has shaped the moorland. In the Cranmere Gallery, temporary exhibitions feature local history, art and crafts.

• Interactive exhibits and models
• Reconstructions and large working waterwheel
• Sound recordings and video of old farming methods
• Education service and object loan service
• Archives - photo, aural, etc; and reference library
• Devon Record Office Service Point for Research into family history
• Local walks starting point
• Museum shop - for gifts and books

Location:

Museum Courtyard
West Street
Okehampton
Tel: 01837 52295

Opening Times:

All year (except Christmas period).
Easter - 31st October, 10am-5pm
Monday to Saturday plus Sundays, June - September
Winter, weekdays only 10am-4pm