Jenner predicted that vaccination would lead to the eradication of smallpox. One hundred and eighty years later his vision was fulfilled. Smallpox remains the only disease which medicine has managed to eradicate. Edward Jenner made several other important contributions to medical science, particularly in the understanding of heart disease. He was also a gifted naturalist.
The Edward Jenner Museum celebrates the life, work and legacy of this fascinating man. Displays include:
> an audio-visual biography
> Jenner memorabilia
> a re-creation of Jenner’s study
> exhibits about vaccination and the eradication of smallpox
> computer interactive exhibits, exploring the science of immunology
The Museum stands in about an acre of gardens, in which visitors also enjoy:
> the Vinery, in which Black Hamburgh grape vines, which Jenner grew from cuttings, still bear fruit
> the ‘Temple of Vaccinia’, a rustic summer house, in which Jenner vaccinated the poor free of charge
 Many Museum visitors also like to see the fine medieval parish church of St Mary the Virgin, next door to the Museum. It was here that Edward Jenner and his family worshipped. He is buried next to the high altar, along with other members of his family. He is commemorated in the stained glass east window. The name ‘Phipps’ has been scratched into the stonework of the tower and the west front of the church, perhaps by the boy who was Edward Jenner’s most famous patient.
A public footpath through the churchyard links The Edward Jenner Museum and Berkeley Castle, making it easy to a visit both in an afternoon.
Opening Times
April 1st - September 30th:
Tuesday - Saturday (and Bank Holiday Mondays) 12.30pm - 5.30pm
Sunday 1pm - 5.30pm
October:
1pm - 5.30pm
(Last admission 45 minutes before closing; open at other times for pre-booked groups; only the ground floor is accessible to wheelchair users; admission charged; free car parking)
Location
The Edward Jenner Museum is near the centre of Berkeley, mid-way between Bristol and Gloucester. It is about 1¾ miles from the junction of the A38 and B4066 and is easily found by following signs from this junction.
For further information contact:
The Edward Jenner Museum
Church Lane
Berkeley
Gloucester GL13 9BH
Telephone: 01453 810631
Fax: 01453 811690
Email: manager@jennermuseum.com
Website: www.jennermuseum.com |
About Signpost
Edward Jenner (1749-1823) is famous throughout the world, as the discoverer of vaccination against smallpox. It is said that this discovery has saved more lives than the work of any other person. Jenner was born, and lived for most of his life, in the small town of Berkeley, Gloucestershire. The elegant Queen Anne house, which was his home for thirty-eight years, is now The Edward Jenner Museum.
Tel: 01280 850603