Heritage Open Days - Behind the Scenes

Friday 13 September and Saturday 14 September

Join one of the Herbert’s free ‘Behind the Scenes’ tours of the museum stores. Each tour will last about 45 minutes and can accommodate up to 12 people (suitable for ages 5 and upwards). Please contact us in advance if you have any special access requirements.

11.30am - 12.30pm

This tour will look at the Herbert’s collection of oil paintings, dating from the 1500s to the present day.

1.30pm - 2.30pm

Explore our Natural Sciences collection, including taxidermy mammals and birds, as well as insects, fossils, skeletons and more.

2.30pm - 3.30pm

We will examine some of the historic fashions in the collection as well as the museum’s fabulous collection of Coventry-made silk ribbons.

Pre-booking Required|Book your tour via email info@culturecoventry.com or call 02476237521