What makes Home of Industry different from a usual day at the Museum?

Home of Industry offers an enhanced programme focused on the industries that shaped the Black Country. Alongside the Museum's usual historic shops, houses and costumed characters, you'll experience additional demonstrations, special activities, working machinery and opportunities to discover the people, skills and innovations that made the region the workshop of the world.

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Home of Industry is a special event celebrating the Black Country's industrial heritage, bringing history to life with demonstrations, activities and stories from the region's proud manufacturing past.

Yes, Home of Industry is included with standard Museum admission.

Pre-booking is recommended, to guarantee entry and help you make the most of your visit, plus you get 10% off when you book in advance before the day of your visit.

Home of Industry activities take place throughout the day during Museum opening hours. Check the event programme on arrival for specific timings.

  • Steam engines in action including Steam rollers, traction engines and more

  • Women's chainmakers' strike activities

  • Live industrial demonstrations including metal working, brickmaking and the impressive Mine Gas show.

  • Live music and entertainment throughout the Museum

  • Over 30 historic narrow boats visiting as part of a Historic Narrow Boat Club gathering, including Peaky Blinders-featured boats Lamprey and Sandbach

This is just a taste of what's on offer, with plenty more to discover across the Museum during your visit.

Yes! Visitors can enjoy a variety of demonstrations showcasing traditional industries, trades and skills that helped shape the Black Country.

No. While both events celebrate the Black Country's industrial heritage, Home of Industry is a daytime event featuring special demonstrations, activities and experiences across the Museum.

Red By Night will not be taking place this year, making Home of Industry the perfect opportunity to experience our special industry-focused programme and discover the stories, skills and trades that shaped the Black Country.

Absolutely. Home of Industry is designed for all ages, with interactive experiences and plenty to discover for families.

Yes, UnChained Annual Pass holders can visit Home of Industry as part of their membership benefits.

We aim to make the Museum and event experience as accessible as possible. Please visit our access page for more information.

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