M Shed

The Bristol Life gallery explores people’s shared experiences in the city, from the momentous to the everyday – see, hear and share stories.

The Bristol People gallery explores activities past and present that make Bristol what it is – creating, trading, challenging and celebrating.

The Bristol Places gallery focuses on the physical and dynamic city – the ways that people have shaped and experienced it and continue to do so.

Read about some of our biggest exhibits which are outside M Shed and can be seen even when the museum is closed.

Schools

Learning is at the heart of our museums. The objects we look after and the stories they tell bring learning to life and inspire curiosity and creativity.

Our Bristol 50, a brand new museum learning programme, supports teaching and learning for Key Stages 1 – 4 in Art, Science and History. Visit our main Learning section to find out more about our range of resources for teachers.