[1] The County Museum's displays and objects originally came from the personal collection of the Parker family who lived at Tickenhill Manor, Bewdley.

[2] Their intention was to represent folk customs and trades of Worcestershire, and they donated almost 30 tonnes of historic materials.

[3] In 1964, the north wing of Hartlebury Castle was re-purposed for the County Museum and it opened to the public there in 1966.

The collections include archaeological items, costumes, domestic objects, and toys.

Other facilities include a nature reserve, cafe, and gift shop.