Museum

Wednesbury Art Gallery and Museum

Wednesbury
Free to all

Wednesbury Art Gallery and Museum houses an internationally significant collection of Ruskin pottery, which is on permanent display.

This charming, purpose built Victorian museum in the West Midlands houses an interesting permanent collection of fine art and pottery. The gallery also hosts temporary exhibitions featuring various themes and artists. A great place to explore local history and art, it offers something for everyone.

Admire Ruskin Pottery

The museum boasts one of the world's largest collections of Ruskin Pottery, a unique and beautiful type of ceramic ware produced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Visit the Nostalgia Rooms

Step back in time and explore the Nostalgia Rooms, which feature everyday objects from the 1960s and 1970s. The museum also houses a collection of old toys.

Events and activities

Throughout the year, the museum offers a variety of events and activities, including talks and workshops. There are plenty of fun activities for kids, including hands-on workshops, games, trails and special events in the school holidays.

Did you know?…

The Wednesbury Art Gallery and Museum was the first public venue to showcase the Stuckism art movement, a contemporary art movement that emerged in the late 1990s.


Time to spare? Why not take a look at The New Art Gallery Walsall which is a short drive from Wednesbury Art Gallery and Museum, and houses collections of European art.

Visitor information

Address

Wednesbury Art Gallery and Museum

Holyhead Road, Wednesbury, West Midlands, WS10 7DF
01215 560683

Free to all

Opening times

Open Wednesday and Thursday 11am-4pm.

In May the museum is also open every other Sunday 1pm-3pm - 24 April, 8 May, and 22 May Entry free .

From June the museum will be open Wednesdays and Thursday 11am-4pm and Saturdays 11am-3pm

Visitor information

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