Visit

A warm welcome awaits you at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum.  Our team of Visitor Experience Assistants are on hand to help make your visit an enjoyable and relaxing time.  If you have any questions or special requirements please don't hesitate to get in touch. 
 

Opening Hours for galleries and exhibitions

Tuesday - Friday 10am - 5pm 
Saturday - 10am - 4pm
Bank Holiday 10am - 4pm
Sunday & Monday Closed

Also check out special opening times and events that are tailoured to meet the needs of our diverse community.

Facilities

The cafe 'Pickle and Pie at the Gallery and Museum' is scheduled to open late July 2024

Shop

Education Facilities

MeetingRooms

Art Rooms

Toilets and Baby Change facilities
 

Contact Us

Rugby Art Gallery and Museum,
Little Elborow Street,
Rugby, CV21 3BZ
Phone (01788) 533201 Email ragm@rugby.gov.uk


How to find us

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Location: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum is located Little Elborow Street, Rugby, CV21 3BZ, within walking distance of Rugby train station (approximately 10 minutes) and Rugby bus station (approximately 15 minutes). There is a bus stop for the number 4 bus just on the main road near the Asda Supermarket.

Parking

We have no dedicated car park however the ASDA car park is next door to us. Parking is free for two hours and a maximum of three hours is allowed. (Fee payable for additional hour).   
Accessible Parking: There are a limited number of parking spaces available in the ASDA Carpark for visitors to the Gallery and Museum who have a Blue Badge.

List of the car parks and fees in Rugby Town Centre.


Access

Accessibility Statement
Rugby Art Gallery and Museum believe that everyone should have the opportunity to discover, create, enjoy, and learn about arts and heritage. We are committed to providing a welcoming environment for visitors of all needs and abilities to have open access to high quality creative opportunities for the whole family, which are affordable, appealing and accessible.

Planning Your Visit
Pre-visit resources: We recommend exploring the Rugby Art Gallery and Museum website (www.ragm.co.uk) before your visit to familiarise yourself with the current exhibitions and accessibility features.

Contact Us
We encourage visitors to contact Rugby Art gallery and Museum in advance of their visit if they have any specific access requirements. Staff can be reached by phone at 01733 533217 or by email at ragm@rugby.gov.uk

General Accessibility

General entry to the building is FREE

Printed maps of the building are available in our Visitors Centre.

We have three changing exhibition spaces in the art gallery and museum, and therefore we may occasionally have works which contain loud noise or bright light. If you have any questions about current exhibitions at the time of your visit, get in touch with the Visitor Information Centre on visitor.centre@rugby.gov.uk or call 01733 533217.

There may also be interactive elements to exhibitions.

If you have any concerns or need additional help, please speak to a member of our friendly team in the Visitor Information Centre (Ground Floor), the Local History Gallery (First Floor) or the main Art Gallery (Second Floor). If you have any questions in advance of your visit, contact the Visitor Information Centre via the information above.


For visitors who are wheelchair users or whose mobility is limited

  • There is step free access throughout the Art Gallery and Museum, with even floors and wide doorways.
  • A lift is available to access all floors.
  • Designated seating areas are located throughout the galleries for those who may need to rest.
  • Disabled toilets are available on our ground floor.
  • Evac Chairs are available in case of an emergency.

For visitors who are D/deaf or have hearing loss
  • There are hearing loop systems in place in Floor One Gallery, the Local History Gallery, and the main Art Gallery spaces.
  • We do not currently provide sign language or live captioning at events as standard, but if you wish to attend one of our workshops or talks, please get in touch and we will endeavour to make arrangements.

For visitors who are blind or visually impaired
  • A selection of large-print information leaflets and gallery guides are available.. Staff are happy to provide verbal descriptions of artworks and exhibitions.
  • Light levels are low in certain galleries. This is to protect and conserve the objects in those areas. Please ask a Visitor Assistant if you would like to borrow a torch during your visit.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas of the building.
  • We provide audio recordings of our Object of the Month to Rugby Talking Newspaper (www.rugbytalkingnewspaper.org)

For visitors who are neurodivergent or have learning disabilities
  • Please ask if you need assistance or information during your visit. There are quieter places we can direct you to if you or a member of your family needs it.
  • Our orientation video shows how the Gallery and Museum is laid out and gives an idea of what to expect on a visit.
  • The Gallery and Museum is particularly busy during school holidays and on special event days. Please contact us if you need further information.
  • Access support backpacks are available for free for children and adults with sensory sensitivities to borrow for the course of your visit. These contain ear defenders, fidget toys, coloured filters and magnifying glasses - please ask a visitor experience assistant in the Visitor Information Centre, Local History Gallery, or Art Gallery if you would like to access this.
  • For visitors that would benefit, we have coloured filters available to help with reading our text panels.
  • We understand that some visitors may find bright lights and loud noises overwhelming so we offer regular Relaxed Hours for neurodivergent children and adults and any other visitors with sensory needs who prefer a more relaxed experience. These sessions are also open to their families, friends, and carers and include a free creative session in relaxed conditions. Ear defenders are available upon request.
  • Rugby Art Gallery and Museum staff are happy to answer questions and provide support to visitors with learning difficulties or additional needs. The museum offers a variety of resources, including social stories and visual aids, to help visitors prepare for their visit.

Feedback
Please note: This information is provided as a guide and may not be fully comprehensive. We recommend contacting Rugby Art Gallery and Museum directly for the latest information on accessibility features and services.
We are always working to improve our accessibility. Please let us know if you have any feedback or suggestions regarding the accessibility of our building or website, or need information in an alternative format such as accessible PDFs, large print, easy read, or audio recording we'll do our best to support you. Please email us at ragm@rugby.gov.uk, or fill out our online enquiries form.

Our access report has been compiled in partnership with;
Art Riot, Warwickshire Vision Support, Rugby Autism Network, Kate Morris and our Good Times Group.