Herbert Art Gallery & Museum

Herbert Art Gallery & Museum We provide places for the people of Coventry and visitors to the City to meet, celebrate and explore their cultural and creative past, present and futures.
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All our spaces – including our social media channels and websites - are there to provide everyone with access to our collections, exhibitions and creative content. We encourage everyone who accesses our content to share their stories and opinions with us and engage in discussion and debate – that is what cultural democracy is all about! To ensure that everyone has a positive experience as part of

our online community, we have outlined a code of conduct which can be found here: http://bit.ly/HAGMCode

We're 🧒 Learning and Engagement ManagerWe are looking for a proactive Learning and Engagement Manager to oversee the d...
29/05/2026

We're 🧒 Learning and Engagement Manager

We are looking for a proactive Learning and Engagement Manager to oversee the daily management and development of our education and community engagement programmes across CV Life’s cultural and venues.

👉 Lead operational delivery and programme performance
👉 Coordinate projects and events, and ensure activities run smoothly
👉 Line management of various team members

Closing Date: Sunday 21 June

https://ow.ly/oWCR50Z5vsR

On 17 June, we will be hosting the first of two talks by local naturalist, Simon Watts.A richly illustrated hour-long jo...
29/05/2026

On 17 June, we will be hosting the first of two talks by local naturalist, Simon Watts.

A richly illustrated hour-long journey into the natural world that explores the local wildlife in Warwickshire.

📆 Wednesday 17 June or Tuesday 14 July, 1pm-2pm
🎟️ £12 per person | Book online

https://ow.ly/mvHU50YYSNk

There's just a few days left of our Fantastic Faces drop in crafts!Design cardboard collage faces and pastel people to b...
28/05/2026

There's just a few days left of our Fantastic Faces drop in crafts!

Design cardboard collage faces and pastel people to become a creative portrait artist 🖌️

👨‍🎨 Drop in | Included with museum admission
🧒 For ages 3+ but all are welcome
📆 Friday-Sunday | 29, 30 & 31 May | 10.30am - 3.30pm

https://ow.ly/OSxY50Z56eO

📣 EXHIBITION UPDATE 📣🦖 Please note that due to technical issues, Unearth The Palaeoverse: Dig Into The Dawn Of Time is c...
28/05/2026

📣 EXHIBITION UPDATE 📣

🦖 Please note that due to technical issues, Unearth The Palaeoverse: Dig Into The Dawn Of Time is currently closed to visitors.

We apologies for any inconvenience caused, and hope to open our latest exhibtion soon.

❤️ Thank you for your understanding.

🦕 Ask a Geologist – Under Dippy 🌍 GeoWeek 2026🐚 Explore rocks, fossils and minerals, take a closer look with magnifiers🔎...
28/05/2026

🦕 Ask a Geologist – Under Dippy 🌍 GeoWeek 2026

🐚 Explore rocks, fossils and minerals, take a closer look with magnifiers
🔎 Chat with local geologists about the landscapes around Coventry and Warwickshire
🗺️ Discuss volunteering and career opportunities in geology, and learn more about our upcoming trips and activities.

Found something interesting? Bring it along, and we’ll examine it together.

📅 Saturday 30 May
⏰ 10am–4pm
🎟️ Included with museum entry

Find out more:
wgcg.co.uk | theherbert.org

🗺️ Explore more for less with an annual pass! ✨🎭 The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum is Coventry’s hub for art, history, an...
28/05/2026

🗺️ Explore more for less with an annual pass! ✨

🎭 The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum is Coventry’s hub for art, history, and creativity - a place to explore the city’s past, celebrate its future, and make memories again and again!

2026 exhibitions include:

🦖 Unearth the Palaeoverse: Dig into the Dawn of Time
🦴 Curious Creatures, Stones and Bones
🖼️ British Art Show 10

Go CV discounts available | Go CV+ Cardholders go FREE

Purchase your pass onsite or online at 📲 www.theherbert.org

27/05/2026

🌿 Take a moment to sit down and relax inside the Jurassic forest experience in Unearth the Palaeoverse: Dig Into the Dawn of Time.

Created by award-winning wildlife filmmaker Simon Watts, this immersive film experience transports visitors into the ancient Caledonian forest and bog woodlands of the Scottish Highlands.

The forest itself is an 8,000-year-old survivor of the last Ice Age, filled with towering Scots pines, prehistoric plant life and landscapes that have existed for thousands of years.

🗓️ 23 May to 31 August
🎟️ Free with museum admission

🔗 Find out more: https://www.theherbert.org/whats-on/1939/unearth-the-palaeoverse-dig-into-the-dawn-of-time

📣🎨 Artists, this is YOUR moment! 🎨📣Ever imagined seeing your work in a major gallery? This summer, you can make it happe...
27/05/2026

📣🎨 Artists, this is YOUR moment! 🎨📣

Ever imagined seeing your work in a major gallery? This summer, you can make it happen ✨

🧑‍🎨 We’re opening up our gallery spaces for self-curated exhibitions—whether you're a solo artist or part of a collective.

🖼️ G1.3: 16 March – 27 September
🖼️ G1.2: 8 June – 27 September
🖼️ Or take over BOTH spaces 👀

⏰ Deadline: Sunday 31 May | Ready to bring your vision to life? Submit your application now 👉 https://www.theherbert.org/corporate-hires/gallery-hire.aspx

📸 Image: Paul Lemmon: Through the Screen. February 2026.

🎨 ARTIST CALLOUT | Early Years Exhibition Installation Artist 🐳The Herbert’s much-loved Early Years Exhibition returns t...
27/05/2026

🎨 ARTIST CALLOUT | Early Years Exhibition Installation Artist 🐳

The Herbert’s much-loved Early Years Exhibition returns this summer with Beneath the Waves — an immersive, sensory-rich experience inspired by the wonders and mysteries of ocean life 🐠

We are seeking a creative installation artist to lead the physical installation of the exhibition play space, working with an extensive range of existing resources already available onsite.

📆 Closing Date: Sunday 31 May 2026
🗒️ Find out more about the exhibition, artist brief and how to apply on our website
📸 Garry Jones | Early Years exhibition 2025

https://ow.ly/q3Cz50Z2gUK

Our Home Ed Gamers meet ups are back this summer! ☀️Are you looking for a fun way to connect with other home educators i...
26/05/2026

Our Home Ed Gamers meet ups are back this summer! ☀️

Are you looking for a fun way to connect with other home educators in the area?
Our Gamer Meet ups are the perfect chance for your young gamers to level up their social skills while doing what they love!

Whether they’re into Minecraft, Roblox, or retro classics, these sessions are all about teamwork, strategy, and making new friends in a relaxed, safe environment.👾💻

What to expect:
🕹️ Social gaming sessions for 11 - 16 year olds
🤝 A chance for parents to grab a coffee and chat with other local Home Ed families.
🌟 A friendly, inclusive space to share tips and support each other's journeys.

📍 2 hour slots, 1pm-3pm
📅 Tuesdays | 2 June, 7 July & 4 August 2026
💰 £20 per person per session, includes museum entry (discounts available when booking 2 or more places)

https://ow.ly/kS8x50Z49MK

26/05/2026

✨CV Life Attractions Pass: Your All-Access Ticket to Coventry’s Big Three! 🤩

🌊 3 Trips to The Wave Waterpark
🏎️ Unlimited entry to Coventry Transport Museum
🖼️ Unlimited access to Herbert Art Gallery & Museum

🌟 One pass. One year. Unlimited memories 🩵

Buy your pass now 📲 https://bookings.cvlife.co.uk/annual-tickets/tickets

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Jordan Well
Coventry
CV15QP

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

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