Wednesbury Museum and Art Gallery

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The Extraordinary Ordinary - An exhibition showcasing decorative arts made in what is now Sandwell

The area that is now Sandwell has long been associated with heavy industry during the Industrial Revolution, but through the soot and the grime many beautiful, colourful and decorative objects were being made. This exhibition showcaes objects from our museum collection and photographs from Sandwell Archives which tell the story of extraordinary beautiful things made in what is now Sandwell such as stained glass, studio pottery, enamels and paintings and the ordinary people who made them.  You can also see pieces from artists working today in the local community. 

Mortuus - a new theatre show celebrating ‘Day of the Dead’ rituals from around the world

Saturday 7th November 2026 1:30PM followed by a creative workshop. £3 per person age 5 plus

Mortuus is a new theatre show by Infamous Arts celebrating ‘Day of the Dead’ rituals from around the world, touring this November.
 
Around the world, November is a month of remembrance, from the Day of the Dead festival in Mexico, Samhain in Celtic tradition, to All Souls’ Day in Europe.

Mortuus is a gentle new theatre show for all ages and families that takes us on a journey through global myth and folklore.
Storytelling and puppets come together to honour the universal human tradition of celebrating the dead in this vibrant, immersive storytelling theatre.
 
All around the world, November is a time for remembrance and celebrating the lives of people who have gone before.
In Mexico’s Día de los Muertos (day of the dead) festival, people adorn private altars with brightly coloured flowers, sweet breads and personal items. In Japan, the Obon festival brings people together to celebrate their ancestors with prayer, dance and floating lanterns. And in Nepal, the Gai Jatra festival, people mark the loss of a love one by processing a sacred cow through the streets, accompanied by laughter and costumes.

Booking via ticketsource here
 

Festive Fun and Winter Wonder Fun at Wednesbury Museum

Wednesbury Creative Network Winter Craft Fayre; Saturday 21 November 11am – 2pm. See the work of local crafters and pick up a homemade Christmas present. Drinks will be available on the day and you might just see Father Christmas! Free entry just drop in.

Cuppa and a Canvas: Saturday 21 November- 11am-1pm. Get into the Christmas spirit and create your own festive canvas masterpiece! £20 per person includes all materials and hot drinks. Booking essental via Ticketsource

Festive Picnic and Piano: Wednesday 2 December 7pm – 9.30pm. An evening of festive tunes, old and new played by Piano Matt. Why not bring a posh picnic to enjoy at your table? This event is aimed at adults but all are welcome. £6 per person includes tea / coffee. Booking essential via ticketsource.

Aladdin Festive Family Performance: Saturday 5 December 11am & 1pm. A classic tale for the festive season with thrills, spills and audience interaction. The performance is about an hour. Suitable for all ages. £6.50 per person (2 years and over). Booking essential via ticketsource

Festive Open Days: See Wednesbury Museum decorated for the festive season and enjoy our 1970s nostalgia decs. Free entry, drop in.

Wednesday 9 Dec, 10am-2pm, with some activities for your tots.

Wednesday 16 Dec, 10am-2pm