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The Commandery Membership Become a member of The Commandery Worcester and enjoy a range of exclusive benefits including special member-only events and shop discounts. The Commandery has seen a thousand years of Worcester’s history unfold, from its humble roots as a monastic hospital to a dramatic period as the Royalists’ Civil War battle headquarters. It has survived thanks to the generations of people who understood its significance in the national story [...]
Thursday 4 and Friday 5 January 2024 | Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum Did you know that Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum is part of the Worcestershire Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme? SEND Fun at Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum | Thursday 4 January A specialist arts workshop tailored to the needs of children with SEND and their families as well as a facilitated arts and crafts [...]
Due to our museum closures during this time, we have decided to bring our exhibitions online so you can stay connected with your local art & heritage. Visit the our Exhibitions section of the website here to take a digital wander through our galleries - including highlights from Skyscape, Mayflower 400 & Georgians exhibitions. About the exhibition Delve into the age of the Georgians, explore the characters and stories of the [...]
October half-term holiday | Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum The October half-term holiday brings a SPECTACULAR week of science to the Art Gallery and Museum! There are Bags of Fun and trails that can be picked up from the shop all week - and on Tuesday and Friday you can get hands-on in some extra-special workshops... Here's what's on: Meet Simon from Corner Exotics who will be bringing some [...]
Runs beginning of December – Saturday 16 January 2021 The Art Gallery & Museum will close at 1:30pm on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve. Please read our full opening times over the Christmas period. The Crafted For You exhibition is on display once more alongside the annual showcase of the Worcester Society of Artists 73rd Annual Exhibition. This is an opportunity to support local artists and craft makers and celebrate [...]
From the Art Gallery with Love x ← back to project page Rebecca Farkas Object Love 2020 Object Love is an animated video of objects from the collections of Museums Worcestershire and from people’s own homes. Rebecca considers her work like a moving version of an art historical Still Life, adding a fresh dynamism to otherwise static objects. Her work brings new perspectives to the things that we collect, both [...]
The Commandery gardens will open for free for local residents seeking a breath of fresh air, a walk and a coffee at Easter, with a Family Fun Fitness Trail encouraging little legs to let off steam, from Good Friday 2 to Sunday 18 April (excluding Monday 12 April). Situated next to Fort Royal Hill and just off the canal footpath, The Commandery is in the ideal spot for local residents to [...]
Key Stages 2 and 3 45 minutes The Commandery £1.50 per pupil per session Immerse yourself in the chaos of civil war as you learn about the life of soldiers during this divisive time in our history. Life in the Baggage Train is an illustrated and hands-on activity explaining a Civil War Baggage Train, the equipment used and the diversity of people involved in the organisation [...]
Tuesday 26 – Saturday 30 October 2021 Visitors are invited to #DiscoverMore at Hartlebury Castle this October half term when families can enjoy a fun-filled Halloween-themed week at the historic castle in the heart of Worcestershire. From Tuesday 26 – Saturday 30 October budding witches and wizards are invited to dress up in their favourite spooky costume and enjoy Halloween fun following the fangtastic Pumpkin Trail, and join Witch and Wizards [...]
Support Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum The Art Gallery and Museum holds a wonderful cornucopia of culture and heritage; the museum demonstrates the wealth of Worcester’s heritage, while the gallery offers a wide range of high-profile art exhibitions. Both areas are accompanied by a rich programme of workshops and events. The venue welcomes more than 50,000 visits each year, including visitors to its regular art exhibitions, schools taking [...]
