Frome Museum welcomes new exhibit

FROME Heritage Museum hosted an event to celebrate the opening of its latest permanent exhibition featuring artefacts from the Garston Veterinary archive, on 18th June.
Frome Museum says, “The latest feature for this season is a recreation of a veterinary surgery, thanks to the generous donation of the magnificent archive from Garston Veterinary Group. A team led by Colin Wisbey worked tirelessly to produce an excellent display including medications, veterinary equipment and all manner of items collected over the decades.
“To accompany this new exhibit and to celebrate the fascinating history of the practice, a book has been published by the museum. Entitled ‘Pioneers in Practice: the Vets of Garston House’ and written by Lorraine Johnson, the book tells the remarkable story of this unique country practice.
“The story that emerges is one that both inspires and astounds, for the practice’s vets were truly revolutionary. From the ground-breaking work caring for the exotic animals at Longleat Safari Park, to innovative research and study of early vaccines for farm animals, the vets were true pioneers.
“The book was officially launched at the evening and can be purchased from the museum and Winstone Hunting Raven book shop.”