At Jewry Wall Museum you can discover the archaeology of Leicester’s past and find out about the people of Leicester from Prehistoric times to the Medieval period.
The museum grounds contain one of Leicester’s most famous landmarks, the Jewry Wall. Part of the Roman towns’ public baths and thought to be one of the tallest surviving pieces of Roman masonry in the country.
The celebration of Leicester’s Roman history continues inside the museum, with stunning collections including detailed mosaics, intricate painted wall plaster and a beautiful Roman cavalry helmet cheekpiece.
Complementing our Roman archaeology collections, there's fascinating artefacts from other eras. From ancient stone tools to striking Medieval decorated tiles from Leicester Abbey, there's something to interest the whole family.
The museum hosts an exciting range of events and activities, for more details visit our Museums Events.
Opening Times:
Open daily: 11.00am - 4.30pm (February - October)
Open November - January for special events.
Free admission (small charge for certain activities on event days)
Address:
Jewry Wall Museum
St Nicholas Circle
Leicester
LE1 4LB
Telephone: +44 (0)116 225 4971
Email: museums@leicester.gov.uk
