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Join the quest for Ancient Wisdom at the Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery this summer

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The new Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery is bringing its history and the stories behind its exhibits to life this summer in “Ancient Wisdom” (14 July – 31 August 2014); an exhibition for all the family.

Life under Roman rule is one of the many themes explored in the museum. It’s the inventions from these epic times that visitors will be able to get their hands on, from discovering how to shoot down a wall with a Roman catapult to looking at how the Greeks would have used the sun to burn enemy ships. Music, art and drama are all part of the fun included within the exhibition.

The museum, which is run by Shropshire Council, opened in April 2014 following the result of a major restoration. Its galleries invite visitors to interpret and examine heritage through subjects that range from geology to natural history via art, archaeology and costume. Specially commissioned contemporary art and films sit alongside collections that include some of the nation’s most valuable Roman treasures and great finds such as the Condover Mammoth.

Tina Woodward, Shropshire Council’s deputy Cabinet member for visitor economy, said:

“This is a great exhibit which offers plenty for both adults and children to get stuck into and learn about one of the most influential times in history.”

There are lots of hands on experiences for children to enjoy throughout the museum including speaking hats that bring to life characters from the past and the opportunity to build a medieval town.

‘Ancient Wisdom’ runs from 14 July – 31 August. Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery is open 10am – 5pm, seven days a week. Admission is £4.00 per adult and £2.00 per child. Concessions are available. For more information visit www.shrewsburymuseum.org.uk

Further information

Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery

The new Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery opened its doors on 1 April 2014 following an £10m project to restore the town’s old Music Hall and a rare 13th century mansion. The entire collection, previously at Rowley’s House, has been reimagined for a modern audience, with exhibitions exploring subjects from geology to natural history via art, archaeology and costume. The Museum holds some of the nation’s most treasured Roman artefacts, as well displays inspired by the work of Charles Darwin, who was born and educated in the town. The Special Exhibitions Gallery houses a rolling programme of contemporary artwork.

Admission Prices – On the door

  • Adult (18+) £4.00
  • Senior citizen (60+) £3.50
  • *Student £3.60
  • Child (5-17) £2.00
  • Child (0-4) Free

*Essential companion to a disabled person

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