The museum has now reopened. Find out what's on, including a fantastic opportunity to see the work of world famous artists Rembrandt and Goya.

Travel back in time and discover the history of the the Potteries, including the world's greatest collection of Staffordshire ceramics.

See Reginald Mitchell's World War 2 Spitfire and all sorts of art and craft.

Enjoy a light lunch or afternoon snack in our relaxing Café Museum and browse in The Foyer Shop for unique quality cards, gifts, books and souvenirs of the Potteries.


Travel back in time and discover the history of the the Potteries, including the world's greatest collection of Staffordshire ceramics.

Opening Times

March - October

Monday - Saturday 10 - 5

Sunday 2 - 5

November - February

Monday - Saturday 10 - 4

Sunday 1 - 4

Admission free

Reels on Wheels operate The Forum Theatre during school holidays, it is situated within the Potteries Museum & Art Gallery, Bethesda Street, Hanley, Stoke-On-Trent. The 300 seat theatre is equipped with Dolby Stereo, air conditioned and has full disabled facilities including a loop induction system. To buy tickets you simply have to turn up 15 minutes before the performance is scheduled to start. Photos of the Forum can be found in the Photo gallery.