Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery
About This Museum
You'd never guess that behind the grand, red-sandstone facade of a 13th-century mansion lies a beautifully preserved Victorian music hall, but that's the magic of Shrewsbury Museum. Wandering through its rooms feels like a treasure hunt, where you can stumble from Roman mosaics dug up from local fields straight into a gallery of delicate porcelain. I was completely captivated by the 'Shropshire Woolly Mammoth,' whose immense tusks make you feel the ice age chill. It’s a place where global art and deeply local history share the same roof, creating a wonderfully eclectic experience.
Collection Highlights
The star is undoubtedly the complete skeleton of the Shropshire Mammoth, but don't miss the intricate Iron Age torcs and the rotating exhibitions of contemporary art that add a modern twist.
Visitor Information
It's right on The Square in Shrewsbury, so you can't miss it. Best of all? Entry is completely free, though donations are always welcome to help them keep this gem shining.
Architecture & Building
A stunning mix of a medieval mansion built with distinctive red sandstone and a gorgeous, intimate Victorian music hall tucked away inside.
Contact & Location
Address: The Square, Mountfields, Frankwell, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England, SY1 1LH, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1743 258885
Website: Visit Website
