Colchester and Ipswich Museums Service

Colchester and Ipswich Museums Service (CIMS) was established in 2007 to provide joint services to the residents of Ipswich and Colchester.^[1] Colchester Borough Council was the designated lead authority.^[2]

CIMS runs seven venues:

Resource Centre

The CIMS Resource Centre is based in Colchester. Over 100 artworks are kept here.^[3]

Colchester heritage venues

• Colchester Castle, Castle Park
• Hollytrees Museum, Castle Park
• Colchester Natural History Museum, High Street

Ipswich heritage venues

CIMS manages three properties belonging to Ipswich Borough Council^[4]

• Christchurch Mansion
• Ipswich Art Gallery
• Ipswich Museum