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The best museums in Bristol in September 2025

These are the top 5 best museums in Bristol, United States, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

For a complete overview of museums in Bristol, their exhibitions and discount cards & passes, see our overview page with all museums in Bristol.

Looking for the best museums in Bristol? These are the best ones:

  1. American Clock and Watch Museum1

    American Clock and Watch Museum

     Bristol, CT
    The American Clock & Watch Museum (ACWM) in Bristol, Connecticut, is a unique institution in the United States, focusing exclusively on horology - the history, science, and art of timekeeping and timekeepers. This specialization makes it a distinctive destination for those interested in the evolution of timekeeping devices and the science behind them.
    Specialized & Alternative SpecializedScience & Technology Science
  3. New England Carousel Museum2

    New England Carousel Museum

     Bristol, CT
    Specialized & Alternative SpecializedHistory & Anthropology History
  4. 3

    Imagine Nation Children's Museum

     Bristol, CT
    Specialized & Alternative Specialized
  5. 4

    Museum of Fire History

     Bristol, CT
    Specialized & Alternative SpecializedHistory & Anthropology History
  6. 5

    Bristol Memorial Military Museum

     Bristol, CT
    The Bristol Historical Society Museum is situated in a historical building that was once Bristol's first high school. This location is on the corner of Summer and Center Streets. The museum's location adds a layer of historical significance, making it a unique destination for those interested in the city's past.
    History & Anthropology History

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