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In what year did the building that houses Carmarthenshire County Museum cease to be the palace of the Bishop of St Davids?
In what year did the building that houses Carmarthenshire County Museum cease to be the palace of the Bishop of St Davids?
What is the primary governing body responsible for the management of Carmarthenshire County Museum?
What is the primary governing body responsible for the management of Carmarthenshire County Museum?
Which significant historical event is represented by an exhibition at the Carmarthenshire County Museum?
Which significant historical event is represented by an exhibition at the Carmarthenshire County Museum?
What significant linguistic achievement took place at Abergwili in 1567, during the time of Bishop Richard Davies?
What significant linguistic achievement took place at Abergwili in 1567, during the time of Bishop Richard Davies?
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Besides artifacts, paintings, and portraits, which of these collections is also a feature of the Carmarthenshire County Museum?
Besides artifacts, paintings, and portraits, which of these collections is also a feature of the Carmarthenshire County Museum?
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Study Notes
Carmarthenshire County Museum
- Located in Abergwili, Carmarthen, SA31 2JG
- Managed by Carmarthenshire County Council
- Originally a college of priests (founded 1280s) later Bishop of St Davids' palace (1542-1974)
- Site of the first Welsh translations of the New Testament and Book of Common Prayer (1567)
- Diverse collection illustrating county history, including artifacts, paintings, portraits
- Notable Welsh furniture and costume collection
- Victorian-era village schoolroom
- Exhibits relating to county's farming/agricultural heritage
- World War II home front exhibition
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Description
Explore the rich history of the Carmarthenshire County Museum located in Abergwili. Discover its origins as a college of priests and notable exhibitions including Welsh translations of religious texts, local artifacts, and artifacts showcasing agricultural heritage. The museum also highlights its Victorian-era schoolroom and collections of Welsh furniture and costumes.
