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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum

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The only Museum in the world dedicated to the life and work of comedian and entertainer Phil Silvers. Established 1 November, 2015. Patreon page : https://www.patreon.com/Phil_Silvers_Museum

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · Sep 20

Happy 70th Sarge! Exclusive anniversary tee now available! £25 plus shipping. Order [email protected] or message our social media channels! Limited green mug available next week!

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #visit #coventry #tshirtlovers #heritageopendays #anniversary #limitededition

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 9h

Celebrating Bilko's 70th Anniversary. 8th January, 1961: Devoted father Phil Silvers gives daughter Nancey one for the road as she gets ready to go out and play.

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #visit #coventry #attractions #anniversary

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 1d

Another Anniversary tee and mug plus a Paul Ford Pleats tee prepping for shipping!

Phil Silvers official Museum merchandise

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#philsilvers #bilko #museum #visit #coventry #attractions #tshirt #mug #anniversary #limitededition

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 1d

We thank everyone for sharing their positive Museum visit experiences! You can leave a review on #TripAdvisor or our Facebook page The Phil Silvers Archival Museum.

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #coventry #attraction #anniversary #announcement #news #review

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CJ @hampshirebus.bsky.social · 4d

You've bought an empty store?😁

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Hardish Virk (He/Him) @hardishvirk.bsky.social · 2d

The museum @philsilvers.bsky.social at FarGo Village #Coventry is a treasure trove of popular cultural history and comedy. And then there's #FunkoPop merchandise enroute to the museum. All in the heart of Coventry's own mini-Camden.

#PhilSilvers
#SergeantBilko

Outside of a shop selling comics and figurines of popular culture characters.

Inside a museum with posters, photos, picture frames, glass cases and other artefacts.

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 4d

At ease! Exciting 2026 plans for the store and Museum! Announcement to be posted soon!

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #coventry #attraction #anniversary #announcement #news

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 7d

Bilko's 70th Anniversary: Delighted to welcome Chris Miller to the Museum last Friday. Happy chatter as we paid tribute to Phil during this special anniversary year. Thanks for visiting Chris & leaving such a positive review!

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #coventry #attractions #anniversary #review

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 10d

A big thank you to everyone who has purchased the new 70th anniversary t-shirt and mug! Your support, as always, is much appreciated!

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #visit #coventry #attractions #tshirt #mug #anniversary #limitededition

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 12d

6 years ago! Headline grabbing Museum news to be announced soon. All will become crystal clear! Phil's spectacles generously donated by Tracey & Iren and lovingly curated at Phil's Museum!

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #visit #coventry #attractions #anniversary #glasses #spectacles #eyewear

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 12d

Orders to the US. One mug via Royal Mail tracked is £25 plus a customs fee of £1.50. Where possible we will try and discount shipping charges to our international supporters. Contact for a quote!

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #visit #coventry #attractions #mug #anniversary #limitededition

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 15d

During World War II, Maurice Gosfield served in the U.S. Army as a Technician fourth grade (T/4) in the 8th Armored Division. No bone spurs excuses for our Maurice! Later cast by Nat Hiken as the unforgettable Duane Doberman!

#philsilvers #bilko #comedy #doberman #usarmy

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CJ @hampshirebus.bsky.social · 16d

But Sarge.....

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BrentfordRex @brentfordgoonerrex.bsky.social · 16d

Top Top Top Museum in Western Europe. Eat your hearts out Louvre and Prado ...

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 16d

We are open all weekend! And with winter fast approaching a reminder we can supply exclusive Museum hoodies!

'A fabulous Museum!'
- Carol, Coventry.

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #visit #coventry #attractions #mug #anniversary #limitededition #hoodies

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 18d

40 years ago Phil Silvers spoke warmly on the @bbc
about 2 boys who adopted him and his love for his British fans. Watch here:

youtu.be/PI4uNUZuUzc?...

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #coventry #attractions #anniversary #BBC

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 23d

NEW ANNIVERSARY MUG NOW AVAILABLE! Classic Bilko animation with army green inner and handle! £20 + shipping. All orders include a free Bilko badge!

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #visit #coventry #attractions #mug #anniversary #limitededition

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 24d

Our latest @tripadvisor review along with a rare, candid colour shot of the great Paul Ford on the Bilko set!

#philsilvers #bilko #comedy #television #museum #feedback #review #tripadvisor #visit #attraction

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 25d

A very happy 74th birthday to Mr @markhamill, Jedi Master, Phil Silvers fan and Museum supporter. Mark is now the same age as Phil when he passed away in 1985.

#philsilvers #bilko #comedy #television #museum #markhamill #starwars #birthday

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David Collard @davidcollard.bsky.social · 26d

Tough call indeed. But always this one.

Fred Gwynne as Pvt. Ed 'The Stomach' Honnegan in 'The Eating Contest'

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 26d

At ease! If you had to choose your favourite Desert Island Bilko which one would it be? Tough call but you can only select ONE!

#philsilvers #bilko #comedy #television #museum #favourite #episode

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · 28d

Big thanks to everyone who visited during @heritageopendays and to @soapboxband, @merylstreek_ @justdroppedin and Gerald Collins (ace photos!) for a splendid evening!

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #visit #coventry #attractions #westmidlands #heritageopendays #anniversary #merylstreek #soapbox #punk

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The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · Sep 20

As @heritageopendays draws to a close we're happy to report the Museum holds the #5 position on @tripadvisor! Thanks to our supporters for making our anniversary year so successful!

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #visit #coventry #attractions #westmidlands #heritageopendays #anniversary

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · Sep 20

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · Sep 19

Master Sgt Ernest G Bilko celebrates his 70th anniversary tomorrow! He burst onto American screens on 20th September 1955! Details how to order our exclusive anniversary tee & mug to follow!

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #coventry #attractions #tshirtlovers #heritageopendays #anniversary #mugs

The Phil Silvers Archival Museum @philsilvers.bsky.social · Sep 18

A brilliant night with @merylstreek_ and @soapboxband at @justdroppedin Jaw dropping performances by both who also enjoyed a late night tour of the Museum! Catch them on tour!

#philsilvers #bilko #museum #coventry #attractions #westmidlands #heritageopendays #anniversary #merylstreek #soapbox

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