WORCESTER CITY ART GALLERY AND MUSEUM

Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum is one of the most extensive art galleries and listed amongst the top tourist attractions in Worcester, was established in 1833. It was founded by the members of the Worcestershire Natural History Society and houses interesting ancient artefacts from real Roman mosaics to a Native American totem pole for display purposes.

The city art gallery and museum is amongst the top art galleries and beautiful places to see in Worcester which has gained popularity due to the work of artists like Henry Harris Lines, housed inside the museum. It was opened in the centre of the city at one of the Victorian buildings, and since then has been collecting renowned as well as fine works of art which are underrated. It received the extensive collection of the Worcestershire Regiment Museum in 1970, thus adding more to its displays of contemporary art and craft exhibitions.

The other category of collection also includes industrial history of Worcester, local geology, natural history and the highlight of the museum is the Queen’s Own Worcestershire Hussars. The themes of exhibitions of the museum keep on changing, so you’d come across something new every time you visit the museum, but you’d still find a permanent collection of objects. 

Location- Foregate St, Worcester WR1 1DT, UK 

Timings- The operational timings of the museum are 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM

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Highlights

• Visit the museum located in the elegant Victorian building, with beautifully decorated interiors and enjoy the different special exhibitions, events and activities which are arranged throughout the year.
• Go around the museum to take a closer look at its interesting objects from a real Roman mosaic to a Native American totem pole, without paying any entry charges.
• The museum has great accessibility facilities to make it easier for wheelchair users roaming around.
• Inside the Museum you would find souvenir shops to purchase gifts and greeting cards, there is also an independent coffee shop.