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History & Heritage events

Immerse yourself in the Shrewsbury of a different time, from exhibitions to re-enactments. Take a trip through history and learn about the moments that shaped the town.

so many things to do

Mini mammoths
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Mini Mammoths

Mini Mammoths run every Friday during term timeThis is a very popular, whole-museum experience for children aged 1-5 to discover, play, connect and…

22 March 2024

Shropshire Archives
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Off the Shelf – Lily Chitty Archives

Shropshire Archives' free Off the Shelf talk for March features documents from the Lily Chitty Collection. Museums Collections Officer Dr Katie…

28 March 2024

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Castle Dragons & Eggs Trail

Come to Shrewsbury Castle Grounds this Easter Holidays and see if you can find all the Dragon's eggs before they hatch! Can you track-down all of the…

23 March 2024

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See Me

Made over a period of eight months in 2023, with older LGBT+ residents of Shropshire, the portraits are collaborative, made with individuals who…

19 March 2024

Guided walking tours
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Walking Tours of Shrewsbury

Come and join one of our daily guided walks of Shrewsbury. Led by our team of knowledgeable guides, explore the history and buildings of Shrewsbury…

19 March 2024

Darwin Exhibition NEW POSTER Feb May 2024
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The Mount: Opening a window on the Darwins’ legacy

This beautiful exhibition tells the story of The Mount and its gardens (Charles Darwin’s boyhood home), through a series of never-before-seen…

19 March 2024

Grope lane
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Shuts & Passages - Guided Walking Tour

Come and join this 1.5 hour walking tour through some of the many famous shuts and passages of Shrewsbury. Learn the local history and hear the…

26 April 2024

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Relaxed sessions at The Mill

If you would prefer to visit at a quieter time, we run relaxed sessions on the first Saturday of each month from 3pm to 4pm. These are for anyone who…

06 April 2024

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