The building in which the Museum is housed was erected and endowed by Sir Norton Knatchbull of Mersham-le-Hatch in 1635 and continued as the Ashford Grammar School, apart for an interval of ten years, until a new school was opened in 1881. It has since been restored with many of the original features of a 17th Century schoolroom remaining, including the old master’s and usher’s seats, the niches in the Walls for books and the Wainscoting carved with graffiti of former pupils.
Ashford Museum is operated by the Ashford Borough Museum Society, a registered charity comprised entirely of volunteers. The Museum is managed by a Committee overseen by Trustees. The Committee and Trustees are elected by and report to members at an Annual General Meeting.
Go to theSupport Uspage for information on becoming a member of Ashford Borough Museum Society.
