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The Wilson (Cheltenham)

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The museum is housed in part of a Regency building on Clarence Street (Cheltenham Library currently occupies much of the original building), designed as the Cheltenham Public Library by architect William Hill Knight, who also designed the
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collection of furniture, textiles, ceramics, carvings, silver and jewellery which is recognised as an outstanding collection of international importance for which the Art Gallery & Museum has received Designated status.
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Cheltenham's history is well represented, and in addition there are paintings spanning four centuries, oriental collections of pottery and costume, and archaeological treasures from the neighbouring
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to extend the building, providing more space for the renowned Arts and Crafts collection. Through this process
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were selected by Cheltenham Borough Council and the extension was completed in 2012.
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The building of Cheltenham Library which adjoins Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum
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in September 1989, where the main entrance to the gallery is now situated.
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explorer who perished with Scott on his expedition to the
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