The Extraordinary Ordinary - Decorative arts made in the Black Country
Holyhead Road, Wednesbury, West Midlands, WS10 7DF
The area now part of Sandwell was known for heavy industry in the Victorian period and beyond but at the same time beautiful items were being made such as stained glass for buildings across the Midlands and the world, pottery, enamels and paintings. Explore our exhibition showcasing extraordinary things made by ordinary Black Country People. Open Wednesdays and Thursdays 11am-4pm and Saturdays 11am-2pm Free entry
Come along and enjoy this local history talk on Thursday 11 September at 11.30am and discover the life and work of Henry Challis who painted scenes of Oldbury and Smethwick in the 1800s. You can see some of his work in our exhibition showcasing decorative items made in what is now Sandwell such as stained glass, enamels, pottery and paintings. Site open 11am-4pm free entry
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 11am-2pm (last admission 1.30pm)
- Wednesday 17 September:
- 11am-4pm (last admission 3:30pm)
- Thursday 18 September:
- 11am-4pm (last admission 3:30pm)
- Saturday 20 September:
- 11am-2pm (last admission 1:30pm)
Location & directions
Holyhead Road, Wednesbury, West Midlands, WS10 7DF
- Directions:
- Wednesbury Museum is on the edge of Wednesbury Town Centre, near the bus station and a 5 minute walk from the tram station.
- Contact on day:
- Jane Hanney-Martin
- Telephone number:
- +441215882985
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
There is a lift to the first floor of the museum and accessible parking is next to the museum on a public car park. There is a pay and display car park next to the museum
