Newport Museum and Art Gallery, Local and art museum in Newport, Great Britain.
The Newport Museum and Art Gallery is a local museum and art gallery in Newport that houses multiple exhibition spaces displaying objects from the town's past and artistic works spanning different periods. The collections range from early artifacts to contemporary pieces and document the region's development.
The museum was founded in 1888 and grew from a desire to preserve Newport's history for future generations. Since opening, it has become an important institution for understanding local and regional history.
The collections showcase work from local artists and reflect the artistic traditions that have developed in the region over time. Visitors can see how these creations connect to the community's identity and values.
The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:30 to 17:00 and Sundays from 9:30 to 16:00, with Mondays closed. Visiting on weekends allows more time to explore, while weekday visits often mean quieter browsing through the galleries.
The museum holds prehistoric finds from Newport's past that reveal how far back human settlement in the region reaches. These early artifacts offer a direct window into the roots of habitation in this area.
Location: Newport
Inception: 1888
Elevation above the sea: 18.3 m
Operator: Newport City Council
Address: John Frost Square, Newport, NP20 1PA
Opening Hours: Monday off; Tuesday-Saturday 09:30-17:00; Sunday 09:30-16:00
Phone: +441633656656
Email: museum@newport.gov.uk
Website: http://newport.gov.uk/heritage/Museum--Art-Gallery/Museum-Art-Gallery.aspx
GPS coordinates: 51.58517,-2.99335
Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:08
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