Exclusive Guided Access to the Staffordshire Hoard

Strategic Insights -

Visitors to the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery can now gain a unique insight into the historic Staffordshire Hoard through a series of guided access viewings. Taking place from July 19 to August 30, the free one-hour group sessions will be led by a museum team member, providing a closer look at the Anglo-Saxon treasure hoard ahead of its full public reopening later this year. The Staffordshire Hoard is comprised of nearly 4,000 objects and fragments, offering a remarkable glimpse into the craftsmanship and significance of the era.

Key Takeaways:

  • The guided access sessions will take place from July 19 to August 30, allowing visitors to explore the Staffordshire Hoard gallery with a member of the museum team.
  • The Staffordshire Hoard contains nearly 4,000 objects and fragments, including high-quality war-gear from the 7th century (AD 650-675).
  • The hoard was discovered in a field near Hammerwich, Staffordshire, in 2009 by local metal-detectorist Terry Herbert.
  • Advance booking for the guided access sessions is essential due to limited group sizes, with tickets available through the Birmingham Museums website.
  • The director of collections and estate at Birmingham Museums Trust, Toby Watley, emphasized the importance of the guided access sessions as a way to connect with the region's heritage.

Statistics:

  • 19-30 July: The date range for the guided access viewings of the Staffordshire Hoard.
  • 4,000: The number of objects and fragments in the Staffordshire Hoard.
  • 650-675 AD: The timeframe in which the Staffordshire Hoard was buried.
  • 2009: The year in which the Staffordshire Hoard was discovered by local metal-detectorist Terry Herbert.
  • 1 hour: The length of each guided access session during the limited number of group sessions.

Sources:

  • Birmingham Museums Trust
  • M2 PressWIRE
  • Pressat.co.uk