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Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery

Shrewsbury’s Victorian Music Hall and a rare 13th century mansion have been the focus of a groundbreaking restoration project that has created a vast new museum and spectacular gallery space. Visitors to the new museum will go on a journey of discovery starting when mammoths roamed the county, unlocking stories from across Shropshire – stories of discovery and engineering creativity that influenced the world. The entire collection has been re-imagined for a modern audience, with exhibitions in five galleries exploring subjects from geology to natural history via art, archaeology and costume. Operated by Shropshire Council the museum holds some of the nation’s most treasured Roman artefacts, including an ornate silver mirror and a Hadrianic Inscription discovered at nearby Wroxeter. There are also themed exhibits and contemporary art dedicated to the work of scientist Charles Darwin, who was born and educated in Shrewsbury. Alongside its permanent collections, the museum mounts regular temporary exhibitions in 3 spaces. See the website for the latest information www.shrewsburymuseum.org.uk On display are paintings from Shropshire’s permanent collections with historic views of Shrewsbury and Shropshire together with portraits of local people like Lord Hill, former Commander in Chief of the British Army and a key general at the Battle of Waterloo. Amenities: Stop Cafe Bar: Light meals and refreshments all day, inside and outside seating available Shop Visitor Information Centre Lift to all floors Meeting rooms, balcony space and wedding suite available for hire Accessible toilets on all floors, level access Educational visits Reductions for groups Credit/debit cards accepted Ten minutes walk from Shrewsbury railway station

What's On @ Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery

Home Educators - Picturing Shrewsbury 5-11 yrs
Home Educators! Join us on the first Friday of the month for exciting, hands-on history, science and art workshops led by our team of experienced educators. All workshops start at 10.30am prompt and finish at 12.00. Please arrive 15 mins before the workshop begins to ensure a prompt start for the educator leading the session. The workshops will take place in the Education Room on the second floor of the museum and there will be opportunities to explore the galleries during the workshop. Each workshop comes with a suggested age range, this is a guide only and is at your discretion. The workshop will only go ahead if there are a minimum of 12 bookings. Parent/Carers are welcome to stay. 7.50 per child
Home Educators - Stone Age to Iron Age 5-11 yrs
Home Educators! Join us on the first Friday of the month for exciting, hands-on history, science and art workshops led by our team of experienced educators. All workshops start at 10.30am prompt and finish at 12.00. Please arrive 15 mins before the workshop begins to ensure a prompt start for the educator leading the session. The workshops will take place in the Education Room on the second floor of the museum and there will be opportunities to explore the galleries during the workshop. Each workshop comes with a suggested age range, this is a guide only and is at your discretion. The workshop will only go ahead if there are a minimum of 12 bookings. Parent/Carers are welcome to stay. 7.50 per child
Home Educators - Clay Tiles 5-11 yrs
Home Educators! Join us on the first Friday of the month for exciting, hands-on history, science and art workshops led by our team of experienced educators. All workshops start at 10.30am prompt and finish at 12.00. Please arrive 15 mins before the workshop begins to ensure a prompt start for the educator leading the session. The workshops will take place in the Education Room on the second floor of the museum and there will be opportunities to explore the galleries during the workshop. Each workshop comes with a suggested age range, this is a guide only and is at your discretion. The workshop will only go ahead if there are a minimum of 12 bookings. Parent/Carers are welcome to stay. 7.50 per child
Home Educators - Meet the Tudors 5-11 yrs
Home Educators! Join us on the first Friday of the month for exciting, hands-on history, science and art workshops led by our team of experienced educators. All workshops start at 10.30am prompt and finish at 12.00. Please arrive 15 mins before the workshop begins to ensure a prompt start for the educator leading the session. The workshops will take place in the Education Room on the second floor of the museum and there will be opportunities to explore the galleries during the workshop. Each workshop comes with a suggested age range, this is a guide only and is at your discretion. The workshop will only go ahead if there are a minimum of 12 bookings. Parent/Carers are welcome to stay. 7.50 per child
Home Educators - Unwrapping the Egyptians 5-11 yrs
Home Educators! Join us on the first Friday of the month for exciting, hands-on history, science and art workshops led by our team of experienced educators. All workshops start at 10.30am prompt and finish at 12.00. Please arrive 15 mins before the workshop begins to ensure a prompt start for the educator leading the session. The workshops will take place in the Education Room on the second floor of the museum and there will be opportunities to explore the galleries during the workshop. Each workshop comes with a suggested age range, this is a guide only and is at your discretion. The workshop will only go ahead if there are a minimum of 12 bookings. Parent/Carers are welcome to stay. 7.50 per child
Home Educators - Discovering Ancient Greece 5-11 yrs
Home Educators! Join us on the first Friday of the month for exciting, hands-on history, science and art workshops led by our team of experienced educators. All workshops start at 10.30am prompt and finish at 12.00. Please arrive 15 mins before the workshop begins to ensure a prompt start for the educator leading the session. The workshops will take place in the Education Room on the second floor of the museum and there will be opportunities to explore the galleries during the workshop. Each workshop comes with a suggested age range, this is a guide only and is at your discretion. The workshop will only go ahead if there are a minimum of 12 bookings. Parent/Carers are welcome to stay. 7.50 per child
Home Educators - Great Fire of London 5-11 yrs
Home Educators! Join us on the first Friday of the month for exciting, hands-on history, science and art workshops led by our team of experienced educators. All workshops start at 10.30am prompt and finish at 12.00. Please arrive 15 mins before the workshop begins to ensure a prompt start for the educator leading the session. The workshops will take place in the Education Room on the second floor of the museum and there will be opportunities to explore the galleries during the workshop. Each workshop comes with a suggested age range, this is a guide only and is at your discretion. The workshop will only go ahead if there are a minimum of 12 bookings. Parent/Carers are welcome to stay. 7.50 per child
Behind the scenes  Music hall tour

Behind the scenes Music hall tour

23 May 2025 - 11 Jul 2025

Discover centuries of history in a behind the scenes tour of the complex array of buildings currently home to Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery. Meet 2pm outside the main entrance. Wear sensible shoes as some of the surfaces are uneven. Most of the tour is accessible except for some steps to the prison cells. Tours last an hour and a half. Not suitable for the under 10’s.
Sketchbook Circle

Sketchbook Circle

6 Jun 2025 - 6 Jun 2025

Whether you draw regularly or are an absolute beginner, come and enjoy the meditative nature of drawing and support your wellbeing with creativity in the company of others. All welcome (including babies in slings). Led by artist, Clare Scarlett, who will deliver each session using a range of fun, creative ideas in an encouraging and supportive way. " It's time for me. It's incredibly relaxing and I've just really enjoyed the time for myself. Clare leads the class brilliantly and the best part is you don't have to be able to draw". 4 week course running from Friday 6th June - Friday 27th June, 10.30-12.30 45 (includes all materials and a sketchbook) Tickets are non refundable
Shuts and Passages guided tour of Shrewsbury
This 1.5 hour walking tour will take you through the famous shuts and passages of Shrewsbury. Learn the history and hear the stories from our guide's, Robert Phillips and Marina Trivedi. Meet under the Old market Hall in the Square at 2pm
Mini Mammoths
Days out
Traditional & Heritage

Mini Mammoths

1 May 2025 - 17 Jul 2025

Thursdays during term time 10:30 am - 12:00 pm A themed museum session for children aged 18 months to 4 years, specially designed to support the development of your child. Enjoy stories, songs, activities and craft led by an experienced early years specialist. Includes a healthy snack For grown-ups theres tea, coffee and friendly chat too. From Easter, tickets are 6 per child and 5 for each additional sibling. No charge for under 12 months. Tickets are non refundable.
Get Creative

Get Creative

30 May 2025 - 30 May 2025

Join our fun art workshops where kids aged 5+ can explore drawing, painting, sculpture, and printing. Sessions are playful and creative, held inside and outside our galleries. Qualified teachers lead the workshop so you can drop you child off for the session. 10 10:30am-12:30pm

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