Museums, Art Galleries & Libraries in the West Midlands


Visiting the West Midlands offers a blend of historical charm and modern allure. Begin your journey with a stroll through Birmingham's vibrant Bullring, a shopping haven with architectural marvels like the Library of Birmingham. Delve into the region's industrial past at the Black Country Living Museum, where time stands still amid vintage shops and working factories.

Nature enthusiasts can escape to the picturesque Cannock Chase for serene walks and wildlife spotting. Explore Coventry's rich heritage, from the medieval splendor of Coventry Cathedral to the innovative exhibitions at the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum. The West Midlands promises an unforgettable experience at every turn.

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Attraction
Adults £7.50

Museum of Cider Hereford

Discover the ancient art of milling and pressing apples, followed by fermentation to craft exquisite cider, a tradition evolving through the ages.

Attraction
Adults £9

Birmingham Back to Backs

Witness the lives of working people unfold over two centuries in the bustling heart of Birmingham.

Attraction
Free

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Explore Birmingham's cultural hub with diverse exhibits. From art and artifacts to local history, the museum offers a rich tapestry of the city's heritage.

Attraction
Free

Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum

Visitors are taken through the life of Lichfield's most famous son, from troubled childhood, through literary obscurity, to world renown and success.

Attraction
Adults £2.50

The Old House - Hereford

The Old House is a historic and distinctive black and white half-timbered house built in 1621. It is now a museum presenting life in Jacobean times.

Attraction
Free

Wedgewood Museum

A unique experience & very warm welcome. See incredibly important & beautiful galleries! Open 7 days. Everyone welcome - especially families.

Attraction
Adults £5

The Coventry Music Museum

Discover the vibrant tapestry of Coventry's musical history, from ska and two-tone to legendary bands and iconic venues.

Attraction
Adults £6

Museum of Carpet

A fun, interactive and educational experience.

Attraction
Adults £7.95

The Commandery

Encounter the past in a beautiful building with an 800 year history, most famous for being the Royalist Headquarters during the English Civil War.

Attraction
Adults £6

Museum of Royal Worcester

The Museum of Royal Worcester is a ceramics museum located in the Royal Worcester porcelain factory's former site in Worcester.

Attraction
From £5

Museum of Jewellery Quarter

The Museum is built around a perfectly preserved jewellery workshop offering a unique glimpse of working life in Birmingham's famous Jewellery Quarter.

Attraction
Adults £6

Forge Mill Needle Museum

Forge Mill Needle Museum in Redditch is an unusual and fascinating place to visit.