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Join us for a late afternoon on either Thursday 17th or Friday 18th September 2026, in the grounds of Dudley Castle where we're taking part in the annual Heritage Open Days.

Visitors will be able to take a virtual tour of many of the impressive spaces within the Council House, designed by Harvey & Wicks 1934-5.

This event offers the opportunity to look behind the large doors of this striking Classical building in a prominent location in Dudley’s historic core.

The Coroner's Court which is listed Grade II* forms part of a complex of civic buildings designed by the architects Harvey and Wicks between 1924 and 1928.

Visitors will have virtual access to the Town Hall which is listed Grade II* and forms part of a complex of civic buildings designed by the architects Harvey and Wicks between 1924 and 1928.

Uncover the its history of Top Church through the everyday histories of the past. Explore digital tour makes, play Dudley Monopol-ish, or follow our child-friendly trail!

Visit this beautiful medieval building once the home of the Lords of the Manor of West Bromwich and step back 600 years to see it come alive with Buckingham's Retinue historical group with our medieval encampment, with family activities too.

Oak House was built in the 1620s; the home of a yeoman farmer and nailor with 1650s extensions as family wealth grew. When the museum first opened in th2 1890s it was full of stuffed animals and curiosities- take a glimpse at the museum's past!

Oak House was built in the 1620s; the home of a yeoman farmer and nailor with 1650s extensions as family wealth grew. Come along to one of our free Heritage Open Days guided tours and then explore this fantastic site and grounds at your own pace.

Access church registers baptism, marriage and burial Exhibition of photos of old Holly Hall Woodside and surrounding area. Children’s activities Refreshments available

Stourbridge Quaker Meeting House is one of the few remaining 17th century Quaker Meeting Houses in the country and one of the oldest buildings in Stourbridge that our HOD visitors will learn about.

Discover the real stories of industrial workers, brought vividly to life through artwork from our collection

Explore St Mary's Church, Kingswinford in a way never done before. Find out more about the history of the church, our architecture and our people.

Short free guided tours with knowledgeable guides covering the church building; photos of events from yesteryear; plus long history covering over 1,000 years. Grade 2* listed building.

Take a walk along the Old Mainline canal off the Brasshouse Lane Bridge at Smethwick and explore this little pumping station, which operated to regulate the water levels between the two canals, also displays about life and work on the canals

Visit Haden Old Hall first built in the late 1600s for the up and coming Haden family. It now stands next to the Victorian Haden Hill House (a museum). The Hall has been much altered but has a fascinating tale to tell.

Join us as we celebrate the Barbadian Heritage Project. Discover The Enigma of Arrival: The Politics and Poetics of Caribbean Migration—a weekend of travelling exhibition with stories, photographs, oral histories and entertainment.

Discover the Lest We Forget written exhibition exploring the contribution of 7 black veterans, featuring 2 World War II veterans as well as those who served more recently. Visit this showcase day with further displays and talks about this project.

Out of the smoke and grime people were producing beautiful decorative items such as stained-glass, studio pottery, enamels and paintings. We are showcasing these beautiful items made in what is now Sandwell. For Heritage Open Days we are showcasing.

Discover the real stories of historic glass makers and industrial workers, brought vividly to life through artwork from our collection.

Join Maureen Waldron of Sandwell Archives to explore through photographs the history of cinema in the part of the Black Country which is now Sandwell.

Join us at Bromwich Hall, dating from the 1270s and once the home of the Lord of the Manor of West Bromwich. Explore the house at your own pace and enjoy some introductory information. Learn more about recent conservation work.

Explore Haden Hill House and Haden Old Hall at your leisure and in your own time but as part of Heritage Open Days we are giving you the opportunity to book onto one of our tours at 11am and 1pm down into the fascinating cellars of Haden Old Hall.

Eight artists will be opening their studios for the weekend, showing a range of media and ways of working. This will include an exhibition of works in the gallery and the opportunity to visit the building which was built in 1965.

Enjoy this arts trail along the canals at Galton Valley, Smethwick celebrating the cultural diversity, canal heritage and community spirit. Pop into Galton Valley Pumping Station between 11am and 3pm to learn about life and work on the canals.

A behind the scenes look in Sandwell’s only purpose built, volunteer run theatre in the heart of Langley village

Discover the story of Brierley Hill Civic through an outdoor exhibition celebrating the performances, people and community memories connected with this much-loved local venue.

Explore Brierley Hill’s past through rare artefacts, old photos, and local history books. See wartime memorabilia, mining miracles, and stories of community at the heart of this historic library.

Step inside one of Brierley Hill’s most distinctive historic churches for guided tours, beautiful live music, heritage displays, family activities and a warm community welcome.

Step into a day of vintage style, live music, dancing and market entertainment as Brierley Hill Market brings a touch of 1920s-inspired flair to the town.

Discover the remarkable people behind St Michael’s historic headstones on a guided walk filled with local characters, extraordinary lives and curious mysteries.

Step into St Michael’s Churchyard at twilight and uncover the remarkable, moving and sometimes mysterious stories behind Brierley Hill’s historic graves.

Follow Brierley Hill’s colourful heritage flower trail, uncover the stories behind its planters and use them to guide your journey between events across the town.

Explore a church shaped by several congregations, discover the journey of its historic stained glass and join an hourly walk revealing stories from its graveyard.

Explore Brierley Hill’s historic parish church through guided tours, stained glass, memorials, bellringing, hands-on heritage activities and a guided walk through its remarkable graveyard.

Find out about your family tree at Lye Library. Come along to this free workshop and find out more!

Find out about your family tree at Stourbridge Public Library. Come along to this free workshop and find out more!

Find out about your family tree at Wordsley Green Library. Come along to this free workshop and find out more!

Find out about your family tree at Bilston Library. Come along to this free workshop and find out more!

Find out about your family tree at Dudley Library. Come along to this free workshop and find out more!

Discover the remarkable canal heritage of Brierley Hill at the Grade II-listed Delph Stables, with heritage talks and children’s activities beside the historic Nine Locks.

Explore Albion Street Church’s history, then enjoy a free community BBQ, live music and family activities at The Storehouse.

Visit a C19 former transhipment shed on the Stourbridge canal, now home to a working boatyard. See a hot metal working demonstration, and learn about traditional narrow boat restoration and associated crafts.

Join author Jason Ellis for an illustrated talk exploring the Richardson family, Wordsley Flint Glassworks and the talented makers who helped make Stourbridge glass world-renowned.

Former Technical Institute and Public Library, Grade II listed - rare opportunity to come and see inside and view the building now its repair and conversion is almost complete.

Grade II listed Sedgley Beacon tower. The first time in c.40 years that members of the public have been able to come and officially view inside the tower.

Join us to celebrate the engineering heritage of The Stourbridge Lion. The first ever train to run in America and manufactured in the Black Country. A family activity workshop, walking map and display of the Stourbridge Lion 2029 project.

We are celebrating the history and heritage of Bilston with the new Bilston Heritage Trail. Created by Treasure Trails, the new Bilston Heritage Trail will allow you to explore Bilston like never before. Explore the area and learn interesting facts.