South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

29/05/2026

Did you know Muhammad Ali visited South Shields in 1977?

The world heavyweight champion drew huge crowds to Gypsies Green Stadium during his unforgettable visit, and these signed gloves are a lasting reminder of that special day 🥊

For one young fan, it was a moment they never forgot… and now that piece of history lives here at South Shields Museum & Art Gallery.

🔍 See them on display in the Treasures Gallery

27/05/2026

COMING SOON... Let's Play: Under 7s activities and the experience of being a Mam 👶

We’ve been working with women from Bright Futures Young Womens Project in South Shields to help create a free family space designed for little ones and their grown-ups. While children climb, build, draw and discover, parents and carers are encouraged to relax, connect with others and explore stories celebrating women’s voices, experiences and achievements.

The exhibition will also feature special loans from the
🗓️ Opens 20 June 2026
🤫 More details coming soon

15/05/2026

Make memories together 🌟 Inspire little minds and spark big imaginations, a trip to the museum is always a good idea!
✨ Free museum entry
☕ Cafe on site
♿ Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities
🎨 Free crafts every Tuesday during school holidays

14/05/2026

Same place, different time - South Shields edition, how many do you remember?
📍 Minchella & Co - Ocean Road, still standing strong
📍 Beach Road Art Studio - formerly South Shields Synagogue, now Spotlight Dance Academy / Into the Woods Cafe
📍 West Park Road Police Station - now West Park Kindergarten
📍 White’s Dairy Milk Depot (Stanhope Rd / Egerton Rd) - now Tynedale Family Funeral Directors
📍 The Stags Head - Fowler Street, still standing strong
📍 John Cowies - Ferry Street, demolished, now apartments
📍 Railway Club - Hudson Street, partially demolished, now Harle Peel Bottled Gas

11/05/2026

Last tickets remaining for today's Museum Tour 🎟️ It's a great opportunity for history enthusiasts, curious locals and anyone interested in the life of a working museum.
⏰ 1 - 2pm
👋 Secure your ticket online now or at the museum shop - https://shorturl.at/xSP1h

06/05/2026

05/05/2026

NOW vs. THEN 🕰️ The same spots, years apart

01/05/2026

Don’t forget - we’re open this Bank Holiday Monday 🥳 There’s plenty to explore at the museum, come rain or shine!
⏰Saturday, Monday: 11am - 4pm
⏰Sunday: Closed

27/04/2026

Display extended 📢 We're giving you more time to see the brilliant pop up by We Are Local Heroes! Films, postcards and stories will stay on display in our Victorian Street until the end of May.
🔍 Drop in to see it on the Ground Floor of the museum