Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery

Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery allows you and the family to experience over 650 million years of Shropshire's rich history. The museum houses Stop.

Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery is owned and operated by Shropshire Council. Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery is located in the 19th century Music Hall and 13th century Vaughan's Mansion, a Grade II* listed medieval merchant's house in the heart of the town. There are five permanent galleries of Shrewsbury and Shropshire history: Roman, Medieval, Tudor, Stuart and Shropshire Gallery and two galleri

es for temporary exhibitions. Cafe, a Visitor Information Centre and a Museum Shop where tickets for our popular Guided Tours and Events can be purchased from. The shop also offers a wide variety of gifts from the Shropshire county. The Museum is accessible throughout the building.

🔍 See Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery differentlyJoin us for a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour exploring the spaces, ...
03/06/2026

🔍 See Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery differently

Join us for a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour exploring the spaces, stories and buildings usually closed to the public – including former prison cells.

A must for anyone curious about Shrewsbury’s history.

đź‘ź Sensible shoes recommended
♿ Mostly accessible (some steps)
âť— Not suitable for under 10s
đź’· ÂŁ13 adults | ÂŁ6.50 children

For details and to book check out https://orlo.uk/8fjdh

Welcoming thousands of students every year, Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery offers a wide range of engaging learning exp...
01/06/2026

Welcoming thousands of students every year, Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery offers a wide range of engaging learning experiences for all ages.

Early Years Foundation Stage learners can explore dinosaurs bones and fossils, handle historic toys, search the museum for characters, and discover how people lived in the past through interactive, age‑appropriate workshops.

To find out more about educational workshops for all ages check out https://orlo.uk/qOjHF

Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery proudly welcomes learners of all ages to join our wide range of educational and inspirin...
31/05/2026

Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery proudly welcomes learners of all ages to join our wide range of educational and inspiring workshops.

From Discovering Darwin and Investigating Evolution, to hands‑on science sessions like Rock Detectives, and Life with Linnaeus, pupils explore specimens, artefacts and scientific ideas in depth.

There are also powerful archive‑based workshops, including History Detectives sessions on local history, WW1 and Victorian childhoods, using original maps, photographs and records.

For details about all of the museum's educational work check out https://orlo.uk/uTInD

Discover the stories behind stunning wildlife photography during a talk by local photography expert Terry Moore at Shrew...
30/05/2026

Discover the stories behind stunning wildlife photography during a talk by local photography expert Terry Moore at Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery.

🗓 Sat 13 June 2026 | 1:30–2:30pm
🎟 Adults £10 | Under 18s £5
🎫 Book ahead – places are limited! https://orlo.uk/wkGEF

A must‑see talk for anyone who loves nature, photography and the great outdoors.

From animals at risk to fragile ecosystems, Our Endangered World invites visitors to see the environment through young a...
29/05/2026

From animals at risk to fragile ecosystems, Our Endangered World invites visitors to see the environment through young artists’ eyes.

The exhibition features thoughtful and imaginative artwork by Futures students from Severndale Specialist Academy, created in response to the climate and biodiversity challenges facing our planet today.

đź“… Open until Friday 12 June (Tuesday- Saturday- Closed Sundays and Mondays)
đź“Ť Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery

Collaborating with education settings and community groups is a key part of how we make our cultural spaces inclusive, relevant and inspiring for everyone.

Step back in time this half term at Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery ⏳Children can try on medieval hats, explore hands-...
29/05/2026

Step back in time this half term at Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery ⏳

Children can try on medieval hats, explore hands-on exhibits and follow fun trails that bring local stories to life.

It’s all right in the middle of town, with no need to book—just come along and enjoy time together as a family.

Why not finish your visit with a treat in the café?

Our curators have been revisiting our costume catalogue and updating our records for a whole box of men’s waistcoats. Th...
28/05/2026

Our curators have been revisiting our costume catalogue and updating our records for a whole box of men’s waistcoats.

These are mostly 19 century in origin and many are part of the huge Aqualate Hall collection donated from the Boughey Family.

Some of the smaller ones probably belonged to Sir John F Boughey as they are very small just like his tailcoat we shared last week.

The others, which are also part of that collection, are from a much larger gentleman with a 40inch chest!

There are some very fine and luxurious examples which show the owners wealth. Although they are not just fashion pieces- we were amazed by the softness and warmth of a cashmere waistcoat which would have helped immensely to keep the wearer warm in wintertime.

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Civic buildings are more than impressive landmarks – they’re places where real lives and local stories unfolded. This ex...
27/05/2026

Civic buildings are more than impressive landmarks – they’re places where real lives and local stories unfolded.

This exhibition at Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery, created with Shrewsbury Civic Society, shows how Shropshire’s civic spaces worked day to day, from medieval guildhalls combining trade and governance to later Shirehalls designed for modern public services.

🕙 Open Tuesday–Saturday, 10am–4pm (closed Sunday & Monday)
🎟️ Free admission – donations welcome to support our work

Make a day of it this half term at Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery 🏛️Families can explore interactive exhibits, follow...
27/05/2026

Make a day of it this half term at Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery 🏛️

Families can explore interactive exhibits, follow fun trails and even try on historical costumes. There’s no need to book—just drop in and start exploring.

What's even better, admission to the museum is free (donations welcome).

Afterwards, relax in the café with child-friendly options and great value refreshments.

Fun, easy and affordable for everyone.



For details - https://orlo.uk/IvRzb

A museum visit isn’t complete without a stop at the café The Museum Café is family friendly, welcoming and relaxed, offe...
26/05/2026

A museum visit isn’t complete without a stop at the café

The Museum Café is family friendly, welcoming and relaxed, offering everything from brunch favourites and artisan coffee to delicious cakes

All served in a unique setting with access to an outdoor terrace.

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The Square
Shrewsbury
SY11LH

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+441743258885

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