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Museums and galleries

Museums and galleries

Visit the future and discover history

Explore the historical and cultural heritage of Rugby at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum


Opened in spring 2000, owned and run by Rugby Borough Council Rugby Art Gallery and Museum is home to:
  • The Rugby Collection of 20th Century British Art
  • The Tripontium Collection of Roman artefacts
  • A Social History Gallery which celebrates everyday life in the town over the past 200 years
  • A changing exhibition programme of contemporary visual art and crafts
  • A dynamic education programme pf events and projects to promote learning for all.

All exhibitions and displays are free entry.


Rugby Art Gallery and Museum's key aims are:

  • To provide the Borough with an Art Gallery and Museum whioch promotes and enhances the artistic and heritage aspects of the Borough.
  • To provide a service which is visitor oriented, accessible and available to all.
  • To collect, conserve and hold in trust the future generations the heritage of the Borough.
  • To create lively interesting displays and exhibitions.
  • To encourage visitors to participate as well as observe.
  • To create a welcoming and inviting atmosphere.
  • To promote the Art Gallery and Museum as a place for lifelong learning.
Displays in the Museum and Gallery will inspire everyone - visitors and local residents- to take an interest in Rugby's cultural history.

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