With our selection of free galleries and exhibitions, ongoing workshops and events; this is a fantastic day out for the whole family. Here at the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum we are all about art, history and culture. Located next to the Cathedral ruins in the historic centre of Coventry we offer a cultural experience from the moment you arrive.

Winner of the Guardian Family Friendly Museum Award 2010, we are the perfect place to get closer to art, history and culture. With our eight permanent galleries, variety of temporary exhibitions and a wide selection of workshops and events you can transport yourself and your family through the ages and to see how Coventry has morphed and changed with the years.

With our wide range of media; historical films, personal stories, interactive displays and brilliant collections you will be taken through the natural world, modern art and the old masters; discovering Coventry as you’ve never seen it before.

We are located in the cultural quarter of Coventry opposite the Cathedral

• Fully accessible for wheelchairs and buggys, including disabled lift access. Wheelchairs available for loan
• Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities
• Breastfeeding friendly
• Baby Changing facilities, Toddler Toilets, Pushchair storage
• Disabled toilets
• Café; drinks; including quality wines and beers, snacks, sandwiches, cakes. Hot food and salads at lunchtime
• Gift shop; Godiva and Coventry Limited Edition Merchandise, Ceramics, Glassware, Handmade Jewellery, Artist Crafts, Toys, Games, Gadgets, Books, Taschen Art Books, Stationary, Greetings Cards, Posters, Reproduction Medals and Coins

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