Museum & Art Swindon

Museum & Art Swindon (formerly Swindon Museum and Art Gallery) is home to Swindon's art and history collections. It moved to the Civic Offices on Euclid Street in 2023, with more display space and dedicated areas for schools. Admission is free. Check their website for current opening times and exhibitions.

People viewing paintings in a museum gallery
Museum & Art Swindon showcases art and local history. Credit: Unsplash

Key Information

Website
museumartswindon.com
Location
Civic Offices, Euclid Street, Swindon
Admission
Free
Opening hours
Check website – typically Tue–Sat 10:30am–4:30pm when open

What's on display

The museum holds one of the country's best collections of modern and contemporary 20th-century British art, including works by L.S. Lowry and Sir Grayson Perry. It also tells Swindon's story from the Jurassic period to the present day, with fossils, local history, and changing exhibitions.

Exhibitions and events

Museum & Art Swindon runs a programme of temporary exhibitions and events. Past shows have included "Origins", "Double Take", and "Hardy's Wessex". Visit museumartswindon.com/whats-on for current and upcoming exhibitions.

Plan your visit

The museum is in the Civic Offices building in the town centre. Opening times can change – the museum has had periods of closure during moves and refurbishment. Always check museumartswindon.com before you go.

Support the museum

You can support Museum & Art Swindon by donating, volunteering, or shopping in their online store. See their support pages for details.

Information correct as of February 2026. Opening times and exhibitions can change. Always check museumartswindon.com for the latest details.