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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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