STORIEL
STORIEL is the county museum and gallery for Gwynedd, showcasing local history, art, and culture with temporary and permanent exhibits.
STORIEL, formerly known as the Gwynedd Museum & Art Gallery is a fascinating museum and art gallery located in the heart of Bangor, North Wales. It's a fantastic place to delve into the history, culture, and art of the region.
Local history
Explore the permanent display of museum collections relating to various aspects of life in Gwynedd through the ages. Discover a wide range of exhibits including furniture, textiles, archaeology, ceramics and social history. Highlights include Roman artefacts and Welsh folk art.
Art collection
STORIEL showcases works by both local and international artists, offering a diverse range of styles and mediums, including the painting Carnarvon Castle by Frank Brangwyn and works by contemporary ceramicist Lowri Davies. The art galleries have a wide-ranging programme of exhibitions by local and international artists, featuring solo and group, contemporary and historical shows.
Special events
Storiel often hosts temporary exhibitions, artists talks, workshops, and events such as record fairs, live music and book launches, engaging with the local community and providing opportunities to learn something new.
Visitor information
Address
Ffordd Gwynedd, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 1DT
01248 353368
Opening times
Tues - Sat, 11am - 5pm
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