The Museum of Wolverhampton and South Staffordshire is dedicated to creating a permanent Wolverhampton museum where the stories of our area can come to life.
We invite you to explore Wolverhampton and South Staffordshire’s history through our engaging events, volunteer opportunities, and exciting updates on our progress towards obtaining a Wolverhampton museum.
We’re passionate about preserving our past to inspire future generations and we always need volunteers to help us bring the rich history of Wolverhampton to life. Is that something that interests you?
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