St Albans Museum and Gallery
Museum Overview
The museum is located in the centre of St Albans, Hertfordshire. It is set over three floors and contains state-of-the-art gallery space to showcase 2000 years of heritage and display contemporary artworks. It has regularly changing exhibitions and cutting-edge art installations – for a fresh experience with every visit.
The museum aims to share local and national treasures with all visitors, this includes the fascinating history of the building. The old Town Hall was restored to provide exhibition space and the Octagonal Courtroom and subterranean cells were preserved for the enjoyment of future generations.
Visitors can soak up the atmosphere and learn how these unique spaces were used, including dramatic stories of law and order in the district. The cells where defendants were once held lead up directly to the dock in the courtroom. Guests can experience what it may have felt like to stand as the accused or oversee the court proceedings from the Judge’s chair.
Further Information St Albans Museum and Gallery
Is there food and drink available?
There is a cafe serving food and drinks.
What are the main things to do?
A museum with local and national treasures including preserved subterranean cells.
What are the ticket prices?
Admission is free but there may be a charge for some exhibitions.
Is there parking?
There is parking nearby and charges apply.
When are they open?
They are open almost all year round. Please visit their website for up-to-date information.
Dog friendly?
Only assistance dogs are permitted.
Are they accessible?
