Built in 1823 and re-opened in October 1999, this old town hall shows off new displays that tell the tale of Hastings past. a £171,000 award from the Heritage Lottery Fund has enabled the museum to provide comprehensive and imaginative displays, new disabled facilities including a lift, an entrance lobby to control humidity, conservation heating, an enlarged shop, temporary exhibition area and an audio-visual presentation. The theme of this museum is a walk back in time through the history of Hastings Old Town and the museum has historic exhibits, interactive models and reconstructions of moments that affected the Old Town and make it what it is today. Open all year round. An audio guide is also available.