The libraries were founded in the last half of the 19th century and were amalgamated in 1964 when they were housed in the purpose-built Shakespeare Centre. They hold collections covering all aspects of Will Shakespeare’s life, works and times and include original editions of his plays dating from 1623. Winner of Sandford Award 2006.
Rugby Art Gallery And Museum
Steering you through Rugby’s history going back more than 2,000 years. What is the story behind the school cap? How does the spark plug fit in with the heritage of Rugby? What was life like for Roman residents? As you walk through the museum, you can share the enthusiasm of the Victorian antiquarian Matthew Bloxam, […]
Kenilworth Castle
Take your family to one of England’s most spectacular castle ruins in Warwickshire, and discover links to some major historical figures – including ‘Bad’ King John, Henry V, and Henry VIII. However, Kenilworth is most famously associated with Robert Dudley and Queen Elizabeth I. Elizabeth kept Dudley’s last letter to her in a casket by […]