Things to do
Find out about the exhibits and history you can explore during your visit.
Dig into the fascinating history of the Kent Coalfield!
The Kent Mining Museum takes visitors on a journey through the story of the East Kent Coalfield. Learn about the people who lived and worked through 100 years of Kent Coal.
Visit
The Kent Mining Museum offers an accessible and inclusive experience for all visitors. Learn about the heritage through the words and experiences of the miners themselves and engage with artefacts, interactive exhibits and a dynamic temporary exhibition programme.
Explore
The museum is based across two floors, visitors can explore:
- A day in the life of a Kent miner
- The history of coal mining in Kent
- The geography and geology of the East Kent coalfield
- The importance of community
Keep an eye out for a our changing exhibitions programme.
Learn
The Learning and Engagement Programme at The Kent Mining Museum is built around five core values: Collaborate, Investigate, Learn, Support and Play.
We believe that active learning through experience and experiment is fundamental to make your visit educational, informative and unforgettable and that engagement should be accessible to all.
Group bookings
Planning to visit as a school or learning group. Book your group visit here.
Getting here
You can reach us by road, rail and bus. Discover which is best for you.
Latest News
Object of the Month – December 2023
This month’s Object of the Month is a signed original print of Betteshanger Colliery brought in by former underground electrician and KMM volunteer Mick.
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Object of the Month – November 2023
This month’s object is a photograph taken by Alfie, aged 13. Alfie entered our summer photography competition, winning first place for his fantastic shot of the blue lake.
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Object of the Month – October 2023
This month, we will be taking a look at a lovely historical text from 1928.
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