What's On
Find out about all the brilliant exhibitions, events & activities happening across our five museums.
Collections
Barnsley Museums are proud to look after the borough's unique collections of objects, artworks, and archives. We love to share these treasures and their many, inspiring stories at our museums and galleries and online.
Schools
Barnsley Museums provides innovative ways to explore our sites, objects and outdoor spaces through inspiring and engaging learning programmes which challenge and delight pupils of all ages.
Volunteering
From caring for our beautiful parks and engaging visitors, to archival research and finding out Barnsley’s history in our discovery centre. We have a range of volunteer opportunities that can suit you and your commitments.
Accessibility
We’re committed to making Barnsley Museums welcoming and accessible for everyone. Explore detailed access information, audio descriptions, Makaton videos, and more to help plan your visit
Heritage Open Days in Barnsley 2026
Looking for something to do in September? There's lots of Heritage Open Day events happening across the borough
The Blessing of the Chalice: 800-year-old chalice returns to Monk Bretton Priory
During Heritage Month, the Bishop of Wakefield, the Right Reverend Malcolm Chamberlain, will visit Monk Bretton Priory to celebrate the history of this ancient site with the blessing of a holy chalice. The remains of the original 13th century chalice, excavated from a Prior’s grave in 1923, can be seen in Experience Barnsley Museum.
New exhibition invites visitors to see Cannon Hall through the eyes of artists
Visitors to Cannon Hall can enjoy a new exhibition this autumn that celebrates the halls, gardens and hidden stories of one of Barnsley’s most loved heritage sites.
Elsecar Heritage Centre celebrates Heritage Open Days
Elsecar Heritage Centre is taking part in Heritage Open Days, England's largest festival of history and culture, with a programme of free talks, performances and an exhibition celebrating South Yorkshire's past.
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Volunteering at Cannon Hall: A Grand House and an Even Greater Community