Collected Creatures

March - January 2026
11:00 - 16:45
Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery

An exhibition exploring the creatures of Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery, from the big to small, real to mythical.

In this exhibition visitors are invited to explore objects from our collections, including natural history, manuscript, numismatics, art and ceramics, that explore the many ways creatures have been depicted throughout history.

On until early 2027.

Wooden tray containing 28 silver coins which feature Pegasus the flying horse.

Coins from the Hart Collection depicting the winged horse Pegasus, one of the most famous creatures from Greek mythology.

Details

Free

Location: Hart Gallery, First Floor

Accessibility: Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery is fully accessible. There is a lift to the First Floor through our Cotton Town Gallery.

Opening Times: Tuesday – Saturday, 11:00 – 16:45