Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery

SM&AG, founded in 1835, occupies the old Music Hall, an extraordinary complex of buildings featuring a rare medieval stone mansion that is the only one of its kind in this region. Located in the town square, it is the county’s flagship museum and art gallery, showcasing the history and culture of Shropshire.

Explore the collections

Discover a diverse range of exhibits, including prehistoric fossils, medieval treasures, fine art, prints and drawings. Don’t miss the Shropshire Mammoth, the preserved bones of which were found in the nearby Condover Quarry.

Discover local ceramics

Learn more about the history of ceramics production in Shropshire and the stories of the people who made them. The collection at SM&AG includes examples of famous tea sets and tiles made by local companies such as Caughley, Coalport, and Maw’s & Co.

Roman artefacts

SM&AG houses a significant collection of Roman objects, including finds from the pre-1950s excavations at Wroxeter, such as the Wroxeter Roman Mirror, Hadrianic inscription and Wroxeter tombstones.

Activities and exhibitions

The museum organises regular activities including courses, workshops for schools, weekly toddler groups, holiday activities and special events inspired by the temporary exhibitions programme. The museum also boasts an on site café and outdoor courtyard.