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National Slate Museum

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Farewell... for now!
National Slate Museum is now closed in order to undertake an exciting redevelopment project!
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The heart of Welsh industry at The National Slate Museum.

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Summer of Fun at National Slate Museum

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Next Steps Tours: Collection Centre Tours

30 April–17 December 2026

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The Blondin - Vivian Quarry

Walking Tour: Traces of the Slate Industry, Parc Padarn

Tuesday 25 August, 8, 15, 22 & 29 September, 11:30AM & 2:00PM

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The Blacksmith at The Forge, Cei Llechi, Caernarfon

16 April–31 October 2026, 10am - 5pm

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Features

Sugar Coated - Jasmine Violet

Sugar Coated started as an exploration of the connections between the slate industry, the Penrhyn estate and Jamaica.

National Slate Museum Redevelopment

The National Slate Museum is currently closed for a major redevelopment project.

Half a Century of History

In May 2022 the National Slate Museum celebrates its 50th birthday.

Learn

Be inspired, get creative and develop skills. We can use Wales’s collections and our museum settings to learn together.

Learn at National Slate Museum

Blogs and Articles

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SBRAGIO - call-out for creative freelancers!

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Work experience at National Slate Museum, 2026

Lloer and Becca, work experience students

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Conservation work on National Slate Museum objects

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Celebrating Women Who Lead: Helen Goddard, Project Director, National Slate Museum Redevelopment

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Bats at the National Slate Museum: Protecting Our Smallest Residents During Redevelopment

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