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Herbert Art Gallery and Museum

"what are we doing today?"

Located in the historic centre of Coventry, next to the Cathedral ruins, the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum is the cultural hub of the city.

Visit us for Free to immerse yourself and your family in arts, history and culture. With a selection of permanent galleries and temporary exhibition spaces, along with a whole host of ongoing workshops and events, the Herbert offers a great day out. Our fantastic family offer was recognised when we won the Guardian Family Friendly Museum Award in 2010.

Discover what life was really like in Coventry through the centuries, through personal stories, historical films and our amazing collections. Wander through dazzling interactive displays and investigate the natural world, modern art, and the old masters in our eight permanent galleries. Explore a wide range of exhibitions, many from prestigious national museums, in the temporary exhibition spaces.

Our modern building is fully accessible to people with disabilities and we offer baby changing facilities, cafe, gift shop, history centre and archives and media suites. We also cater for events and corporate hire.

"i'm hungry"

The Herbert Cafe is operated by Signatures Cafes and Restaurants, our innovative catering partner.

healthy food

Call in for a full range of hot drinks, snacks, sandwiches and cakes throughout the day, plus exciting hot dishes and salads at lunchtime. The Cafe also serves quality wines, beers and soft drinks.

"Can I have one of those?"

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.

"i need a wee"

Disabled Toilets, Disabled lift access. Standard facilities available.

and baby come too...

Baby changing facilities, toddler toilets, breastfeeding friendly. Pushchair storage.

"are we there yet?"

We are located in the cultural quarter of Coventry opposite the Cathedral. For full details on bus services call 0871 200 22 33 or go to www.nxcoventry.co.uk

...got any top tips?

Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities Touch exhibits Toilets for disabled Wheelchair access to all public areas Wheelchairs available for loan

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Herbert Art Gallery and Museum
Jordan Well
Coventry
West Midlands
CV1 5QP
Telephone: 024 7683 2386
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Admission: 2012 Prices:
Always FREE!
  Opening Times: 2012 Opening Details:
7 days a week including bank holidays
Open Weekdays: 10.00am to 4.00pm
Open Weekends: Sat 10.00am to 4.00pm
Sun 12.00pm to 4.00pm
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