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The Extraordinary Ordinary - An exhbition 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. 

Dementia Café. Third Tuesday of the month 10.30pm-12.30pm. Connecting memories, one cup at a time. This is not a drop-in group. For more information call 0121 437 0033 or email info@ageuksandwell.org.uk

Local history talks coming up this year!

Thursday 13 November 11.30am – Ruskin - The extraordinary, ordinary
Discover our fantastic Ruskin Pottery collection and the fascainting story of the workforce. You can then explore the pottery in our Ruskin gallery
 

What's on this autumn

Briads Exhibition. October – December . The exhibition features original photographs by Anthony McFarlane exploring themes of perception and identity and photographs by Marcia Edwards of a site specific dance performance at Spaghetti Junction highlighting hairstyles relating to the architecture and celebrating the Windrush and Black Country legacy.

Spells and Witchcraft: Wednesday 29 October 11am – 3pm. Join us for the season of Spells and Witchcraft. Follow our enchanted trail where you'll brew your very own spell, craft a powerful wand, and mix a bubbling potion to bring your magic to life. Suitable for 4+ £3.50 per person. No booking required, just drop in.

Nice Cold, Ice Cold Science Show: Thursday 30 October 1pm and 2pm, Evaporate, Melt and Sublimate - The cool science of Dry Ice! Get ready for some bubbling potions and spooky misty magic with Fizz Pop Science, Shows at 1pm and 2pm, £3.50 per person (under 2s free) Booking essential via ticketsource

Horror Film Festival: Saturday 1 November. Get ready for a horror fest with films getting creepier throughout the day for different ages! 

Kids film Caspar 30th Anniversary 1pm

Classic Film Psycho 3.30pm

Modern film Smile 2 7.30pm

In collaboration with Black Country Touring we are excited to present this horror film festival with something for all ages.

All tickets pay what you can from £2. Book at ticketsource

Pottering about in Smethwick. Thursday 13 November 11.30am. Join out archivist Maureen Waldron as she tells the story of William Howson Taylor and Ruskin Pottery. Free entry, no need to book.

Festive Fun and Winter Wonder at Wednesbury Museum

Wednesbury Creative Network Winter Craft Fair: Saturday 29 November 1pm-4pm. Members of the Wednesbury Creative network will be selling their handmade items. This is the perfect opportunity to buy some beautiful and unique Christmas presents, or to treat yourself. Drinks will be available and you might just see Father Christmas! Free entry.

Picnic & Piano: Wednesday 3 December, 7pm-9.30pm. Join us for an evening of festive tunes, old and new from our regular pianist, Matt  Goodwin. Why not bring along a posh picnic to enjoy at your table? Suitable for all ages £6 per person includes tea / coffee. Booking essential via Ticketsource.

Jack and the Beanstalk Christmas Family Performance. Saturday 6 December, shows at 11am & 1pm. Join us again for a fantastic affordable festive panto in the surroundings of the beautiful Wednesbury Museum. A classic tale for the festive season with lots of thrills, spills and interactive fun from Stage-ed theatre company! £6.50 per person (2 years and over). Booking essential via Ticketsource.

Festive Open Day: Wednesday 10 December 10.30am-2pm. Pop in and enjoy our museum feeling festive including our 1970s living room! Also enjoy festive pies and a cuppa for a small charge. Entry free no need to book. 

Festive Soap making workshop. 10 December 10.30am for age 14 plus. Each participant makes 1 Angel soap and 1 unique signature block of soap. £10 per person book via ticketsource from November