St Albans Museums
@stalbansmuseums.bsky.social
Celebrating St Albans arts, history and community
Thanks to everyone who took part in #MuseumSelfieDay 📸☀️ Please keep sharing your photos and videos of Helios all week and don’t forget, we always love seeing your moments from all our St Albans Museums too!
#Helios #StAlbans #MuseumSelfie #WhatsOn #StAlbansMuseums #exhibition
#Helios #StAlbans #MuseumSelfie #WhatsOn #StAlbansMuseums #exhibition
January 21, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Thanks to everyone who took part in #MuseumSelfieDay 📸☀️ Please keep sharing your photos and videos of Helios all week and don’t forget, we always love seeing your moments from all our St Albans Museums too!
#Helios #StAlbans #MuseumSelfie #WhatsOn #StAlbansMuseums #exhibition
#Helios #StAlbans #MuseumSelfie #WhatsOn #StAlbansMuseums #exhibition
Tomorrow is National Selfie Day and as its also the last week of Helios, its the perfect moment to get snapping!
Show us how you’ve captured our six‑metre sun sculpture - reflections, yoga‑mat angles, silhouettes… get creative 📸☀️
Tag us or use the #Helios so we can see all your photos and videos.
Show us how you’ve captured our six‑metre sun sculpture - reflections, yoga‑mat angles, silhouettes… get creative 📸☀️
Tag us or use the #Helios so we can see all your photos and videos.
January 20, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Tomorrow is National Selfie Day and as its also the last week of Helios, its the perfect moment to get snapping!
Show us how you’ve captured our six‑metre sun sculpture - reflections, yoga‑mat angles, silhouettes… get creative 📸☀️
Tag us or use the #Helios so we can see all your photos and videos.
Show us how you’ve captured our six‑metre sun sculpture - reflections, yoga‑mat angles, silhouettes… get creative 📸☀️
Tag us or use the #Helios so we can see all your photos and videos.
Reposted by St Albans Museums
The powerful portrait of a male deity from a floor excavated by Tessa Verney Wheeler at VERVLAMIVM (St Albans) in 1931 now in Verulamium Museum
The inclusion of red lobster claws makes it likely this is Oceanus 🦞
We love the use of single rounded tesserae for his pupils 😍
📷 Jan 2026 #MosaicMonday
The inclusion of red lobster claws makes it likely this is Oceanus 🦞
We love the use of single rounded tesserae for his pupils 😍
📷 Jan 2026 #MosaicMonday
January 19, 2026 at 8:14 AM
The powerful portrait of a male deity from a floor excavated by Tessa Verney Wheeler at VERVLAMIVM (St Albans) in 1931 now in Verulamium Museum
The inclusion of red lobster claws makes it likely this is Oceanus 🦞
We love the use of single rounded tesserae for his pupils 😍
📷 Jan 2026 #MosaicMonday
The inclusion of red lobster claws makes it likely this is Oceanus 🦞
We love the use of single rounded tesserae for his pupils 😍
📷 Jan 2026 #MosaicMonday
Today feels like the perfect day to share this photo. 💛
With Blue Monday & Brew Monday landing together, if you’re in town or nearby for work, stop by the Courtroom Café for a coffee, then head upstairs to see #Helios. It’s a lovely little lift to the day! 🌞
Helios is by @lukejerram.bsky.social
With Blue Monday & Brew Monday landing together, if you’re in town or nearby for work, stop by the Courtroom Café for a coffee, then head upstairs to see #Helios. It’s a lovely little lift to the day! 🌞
Helios is by @lukejerram.bsky.social
January 19, 2026 at 10:03 AM
Today feels like the perfect day to share this photo. 💛
With Blue Monday & Brew Monday landing together, if you’re in town or nearby for work, stop by the Courtroom Café for a coffee, then head upstairs to see #Helios. It’s a lovely little lift to the day! 🌞
Helios is by @lukejerram.bsky.social
With Blue Monday & Brew Monday landing together, if you’re in town or nearby for work, stop by the Courtroom Café for a coffee, then head upstairs to see #Helios. It’s a lovely little lift to the day! 🌞
Helios is by @lukejerram.bsky.social
Reposted by St Albans Museums
Helios- the mind-blowing sculpture and accompanying audio of the Sun created by @lukejerram.bsky.social and on display at @stalbansmuseums.bsky.social #sun #sculpture #blueskyart #lukejerram
January 16, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Helios- the mind-blowing sculpture and accompanying audio of the Sun created by @lukejerram.bsky.social and on display at @stalbansmuseums.bsky.social #sun #sculpture #blueskyart #lukejerram
Tomorrow might be Blue Monday, but we have something that might help. There are still a few spaces left for our Mandala Sun Salutations Yoga session inspired by Helios. ☀️
📅 19 Jan: 9 - 10am
💷 £10 · All levels
Book tickets on our website.
☀️#Helios is by artist @lukejerram.bsky.social
📅 19 Jan: 9 - 10am
💷 £10 · All levels
Book tickets on our website.
☀️#Helios is by artist @lukejerram.bsky.social
January 18, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Tomorrow might be Blue Monday, but we have something that might help. There are still a few spaces left for our Mandala Sun Salutations Yoga session inspired by Helios. ☀️
📅 19 Jan: 9 - 10am
💷 £10 · All levels
Book tickets on our website.
☀️#Helios is by artist @lukejerram.bsky.social
📅 19 Jan: 9 - 10am
💷 £10 · All levels
Book tickets on our website.
☀️#Helios is by artist @lukejerram.bsky.social
☀️Helios by Luke Jerram has a way of stopping you in your tracks, especially when you see it through mirrors!🪞It’s the second-to-last weekend, so now’s the time to visit. You can turn up on the day, but advance booking is the best way to secure your slot, as numbers per session are limited.
January 17, 2026 at 8:01 AM
☀️Helios by Luke Jerram has a way of stopping you in your tracks, especially when you see it through mirrors!🪞It’s the second-to-last weekend, so now’s the time to visit. You can turn up on the day, but advance booking is the best way to secure your slot, as numbers per session are limited.
🚨 We need your help! We’re trying to identify the name of the garden centre that was on the circled site between 1986-1997. If you remember which garden centre chain operated there during those years, please let us know in the comments!
Given it’s on the dual carriageway, we hope someone remembers.
Given it’s on the dual carriageway, we hope someone remembers.
January 16, 2026 at 11:30 AM
🚨 We need your help! We’re trying to identify the name of the garden centre that was on the circled site between 1986-1997. If you remember which garden centre chain operated there during those years, please let us know in the comments!
Given it’s on the dual carriageway, we hope someone remembers.
Given it’s on the dual carriageway, we hope someone remembers.
Pastries are out and looking tempting this morning. The Courtroom Café’s ready whenever you are 🥐
#StAlbans #Cafe #CourtroomCafe #Pastries
#StAlbans #Cafe #CourtroomCafe #Pastries
January 15, 2026 at 10:38 AM
Pastries are out and looking tempting this morning. The Courtroom Café’s ready whenever you are 🥐
#StAlbans #Cafe #CourtroomCafe #Pastries
#StAlbans #Cafe #CourtroomCafe #Pastries
We’re a finalist! 🎉St Albans Museums has been shortlisted for Best Publication at the Cultural Enterprises Awards for ‘Our Stories: Tracing Black Histories in Hertfordshire’ - a powerful zine co-developed with Aisha Adi and the St Albans Black History Research Group. Winners announced on 10 Feb.
January 14, 2026 at 4:04 PM
We’re a finalist! 🎉St Albans Museums has been shortlisted for Best Publication at the Cultural Enterprises Awards for ‘Our Stories: Tracing Black Histories in Hertfordshire’ - a powerful zine co-developed with Aisha Adi and the St Albans Black History Research Group. Winners announced on 10 Feb.
☔After a day of rain, here’s a silver lining: Helios shining bright with a chandelier cameo! ☀️
Looks like more rain ahead this week, so why not brighten your day with a quick stroll or pop in on your lunch break?
Book a free ticket in person or in advance on our website.
☀️Helios is by Luke Jerram
Looks like more rain ahead this week, so why not brighten your day with a quick stroll or pop in on your lunch break?
Book a free ticket in person or in advance on our website.
☀️Helios is by Luke Jerram
January 13, 2026 at 5:04 PM
☔After a day of rain, here’s a silver lining: Helios shining bright with a chandelier cameo! ☀️
Looks like more rain ahead this week, so why not brighten your day with a quick stroll or pop in on your lunch break?
Book a free ticket in person or in advance on our website.
☀️Helios is by Luke Jerram
Looks like more rain ahead this week, so why not brighten your day with a quick stroll or pop in on your lunch break?
Book a free ticket in person or in advance on our website.
☀️Helios is by Luke Jerram
Not your average jug!
The Kingsbury Jug was discovered in 1813 inside a stone coffin close to Kingsbury Manor House, St Albans. Alongside it was a skeleton and glass vessels. See it up close at Verulamium Museum on your next visit!
#MuseumMonday #HistoryMonday #StAlbans #StAlbansMuseums
The Kingsbury Jug was discovered in 1813 inside a stone coffin close to Kingsbury Manor House, St Albans. Alongside it was a skeleton and glass vessels. See it up close at Verulamium Museum on your next visit!
#MuseumMonday #HistoryMonday #StAlbans #StAlbansMuseums
January 12, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Not your average jug!
The Kingsbury Jug was discovered in 1813 inside a stone coffin close to Kingsbury Manor House, St Albans. Alongside it was a skeleton and glass vessels. See it up close at Verulamium Museum on your next visit!
#MuseumMonday #HistoryMonday #StAlbans #StAlbansMuseums
The Kingsbury Jug was discovered in 1813 inside a stone coffin close to Kingsbury Manor House, St Albans. Alongside it was a skeleton and glass vessels. See it up close at Verulamium Museum on your next visit!
#MuseumMonday #HistoryMonday #StAlbans #StAlbansMuseums
Reposted by St Albans Museums
If you're in/near Snorbens, the free Helios installation @stalbansmuseums.bsky.social in town is well worth a look...
...rather soothing on a cold wet day!🌞
#StAlbans #NotACarnyxButStillRatherLovely
...rather soothing on a cold wet day!🌞
#StAlbans #NotACarnyxButStillRatherLovely
January 9, 2026 at 12:46 PM
If you're in/near Snorbens, the free Helios installation @stalbansmuseums.bsky.social in town is well worth a look...
...rather soothing on a cold wet day!🌞
#StAlbans #NotACarnyxButStillRatherLovely
...rather soothing on a cold wet day!🌞
#StAlbans #NotACarnyxButStillRatherLovely
🎨 Sunday Crafternoon is back tomorrow! Join us for a fun, family-friendly craft session at St Albans Museum + Gallery.🖌Perfect for kids aged 5–11.
🎟 £6.50 per participant: https://f.mtr.cool/sqmuhxpjhb
🕐 1:30–3:45pm (last admission 3:15)
🎟 £6.50 per participant: https://f.mtr.cool/sqmuhxpjhb
🕐 1:30–3:45pm (last admission 3:15)
January 10, 2026 at 8:01 AM
🎨 Sunday Crafternoon is back tomorrow! Join us for a fun, family-friendly craft session at St Albans Museum + Gallery.🖌Perfect for kids aged 5–11.
🎟 £6.50 per participant: https://f.mtr.cool/sqmuhxpjhb
🕐 1:30–3:45pm (last admission 3:15)
🎟 £6.50 per participant: https://f.mtr.cool/sqmuhxpjhb
🕐 1:30–3:45pm (last admission 3:15)
☀️ No booking? No problem! Pop in for #Helios, check availability and catch the sun. Weekends can be busy which is why we do recommend booking in advance.
📅 On until 25 January
🎟 https://f.mtr.cool/rmlafnuzuc
☀️Helios is by artist @lukejerramartist
📸 @stephaniebelton.bsky.social
📅 On until 25 January
🎟 https://f.mtr.cool/rmlafnuzuc
☀️Helios is by artist @lukejerramartist
📸 @stephaniebelton.bsky.social
January 9, 2026 at 7:02 PM
☀️ No booking? No problem! Pop in for #Helios, check availability and catch the sun. Weekends can be busy which is why we do recommend booking in advance.
📅 On until 25 January
🎟 https://f.mtr.cool/rmlafnuzuc
☀️Helios is by artist @lukejerramartist
📸 @stephaniebelton.bsky.social
📅 On until 25 January
🎟 https://f.mtr.cool/rmlafnuzuc
☀️Helios is by artist @lukejerramartist
📸 @stephaniebelton.bsky.social
🔥 A few spots left! Helios-inspired yoga is almost full:
✨ Fire Mandala Yoga Workshop – 19 Jan, 7–9pm (£15)
☀️ Sun Salutations – 19 & 23 Jan, 9–10am (£10)
Book tickets: https://f.mtr.cool/ydznkfpaat
~
☀️Helios is by artist Luke Jerram
📸 @stephaniebelton.bsky.social
#Helios #Yoga
✨ Fire Mandala Yoga Workshop – 19 Jan, 7–9pm (£15)
☀️ Sun Salutations – 19 & 23 Jan, 9–10am (£10)
Book tickets: https://f.mtr.cool/ydznkfpaat
~
☀️Helios is by artist Luke Jerram
📸 @stephaniebelton.bsky.social
#Helios #Yoga
January 9, 2026 at 12:04 PM
🔥 A few spots left! Helios-inspired yoga is almost full:
✨ Fire Mandala Yoga Workshop – 19 Jan, 7–9pm (£15)
☀️ Sun Salutations – 19 & 23 Jan, 9–10am (£10)
Book tickets: https://f.mtr.cool/ydznkfpaat
~
☀️Helios is by artist Luke Jerram
📸 @stephaniebelton.bsky.social
#Helios #Yoga
✨ Fire Mandala Yoga Workshop – 19 Jan, 7–9pm (£15)
☀️ Sun Salutations – 19 & 23 Jan, 9–10am (£10)
Book tickets: https://f.mtr.cool/ydznkfpaat
~
☀️Helios is by artist Luke Jerram
📸 @stephaniebelton.bsky.social
#Helios #Yoga
🎂 Today marks the birthday of Stephen Hawking
Did you know he went to school in St Albans? You’ll find his portrait on our Portrait of St Albans wall at St Albans Museum + Gallery.
#StephenHawking #StAlbans #StAlbansMuseum
Did you know he went to school in St Albans? You’ll find his portrait on our Portrait of St Albans wall at St Albans Museum + Gallery.
#StephenHawking #StAlbans #StAlbansMuseum
January 8, 2026 at 8:02 AM
🎂 Today marks the birthday of Stephen Hawking
Did you know he went to school in St Albans? You’ll find his portrait on our Portrait of St Albans wall at St Albans Museum + Gallery.
#StephenHawking #StAlbans #StAlbansMuseum
Did you know he went to school in St Albans? You’ll find his portrait on our Portrait of St Albans wall at St Albans Museum + Gallery.
#StephenHawking #StAlbans #StAlbansMuseum
🎨 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Helios Holiday Crafternoon! It was fantastic seeing families get creative with sun-themed crafts. 🌞Want more family fun? Visit our website to see our weekly activities and what’s coming up this February half term.
#Helios #FamilyFun #StAlbans
#Helios #FamilyFun #StAlbans
January 7, 2026 at 6:03 PM
🎨 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Helios Holiday Crafternoon! It was fantastic seeing families get creative with sun-themed crafts. 🌞Want more family fun? Visit our website to see our weekly activities and what’s coming up this February half term.
#Helios #FamilyFun #StAlbans
#Helios #FamilyFun #StAlbans
☀️ Join us for Helios Afternoon Tea, where you’ll be seated around Luke Jerram’s installation. Delicious pastries, hot tea, and a front‑row seat to an incredible atmospheric experience.
📆18 January
☕️Book tickets here: https://f.mtr.cool/ripgcvjaxh
#Helios
📆18 January
☕️Book tickets here: https://f.mtr.cool/ripgcvjaxh
#Helios
January 5, 2026 at 5:04 PM
☀️ Join us for Helios Afternoon Tea, where you’ll be seated around Luke Jerram’s installation. Delicious pastries, hot tea, and a front‑row seat to an incredible atmospheric experience.
📆18 January
☕️Book tickets here: https://f.mtr.cool/ripgcvjaxh
#Helios
📆18 January
☕️Book tickets here: https://f.mtr.cool/ripgcvjaxh
#Helios
We’ve been talking about Helios a lot recently! Here's what else is on this week:
St Albans Museum + Gallery:
🎨 5 Jan – Messy Monday
📷 5 Jan – Helios Crafternoon
🧸 9 Jan – Museum Minis
🖼️ 11 Jan – Sunday Crafternoon
At Verulamium Museum: free gallery talks 10 & 11 Jan.
#Helios is by Luke Jerram.
St Albans Museum + Gallery:
🎨 5 Jan – Messy Monday
📷 5 Jan – Helios Crafternoon
🧸 9 Jan – Museum Minis
🖼️ 11 Jan – Sunday Crafternoon
At Verulamium Museum: free gallery talks 10 & 11 Jan.
#Helios is by Luke Jerram.
January 4, 2026 at 6:02 PM
We’ve been talking about Helios a lot recently! Here's what else is on this week:
St Albans Museum + Gallery:
🎨 5 Jan – Messy Monday
📷 5 Jan – Helios Crafternoon
🧸 9 Jan – Museum Minis
🖼️ 11 Jan – Sunday Crafternoon
At Verulamium Museum: free gallery talks 10 & 11 Jan.
#Helios is by Luke Jerram.
St Albans Museum + Gallery:
🎨 5 Jan – Messy Monday
📷 5 Jan – Helios Crafternoon
🧸 9 Jan – Museum Minis
🖼️ 11 Jan – Sunday Crafternoon
At Verulamium Museum: free gallery talks 10 & 11 Jan.
#Helios is by Luke Jerram.
☀️ Book a timed slot to see Helios, Luke Jerram’s spectacular six‑metre sculpture, then swing by our shop at St Albans Museum + Gallery for all things sun‑themed. Our Helios range is packed with perfect take‑home treats:
🛍️ Postcards, badges, books, earrings…and much more!
📸Stephanie Belton
#Helios
🛍️ Postcards, badges, books, earrings…and much more!
📸Stephanie Belton
#Helios
January 3, 2026 at 9:02 AM
☀️ Book a timed slot to see Helios, Luke Jerram’s spectacular six‑metre sculpture, then swing by our shop at St Albans Museum + Gallery for all things sun‑themed. Our Helios range is packed with perfect take‑home treats:
🛍️ Postcards, badges, books, earrings…and much more!
📸Stephanie Belton
#Helios
🛍️ Postcards, badges, books, earrings…and much more!
📸Stephanie Belton
#Helios
☀️ What a beautiful sunny start to 2026, St Albans! Make the most of it with a visit to both of our museums.
🏛️ St Albans Museum + Gallery - open today until 4pm
🏺 Verulamium Museum - open today until 4pm (last entry 3:30pm)
#StAlbans #StAlbansMuseums
🏛️ St Albans Museum + Gallery - open today until 4pm
🏺 Verulamium Museum - open today until 4pm (last entry 3:30pm)
#StAlbans #StAlbansMuseums
January 2, 2026 at 12:02 PM
☀️ What a beautiful sunny start to 2026, St Albans! Make the most of it with a visit to both of our museums.
🏛️ St Albans Museum + Gallery - open today until 4pm
🏺 Verulamium Museum - open today until 4pm (last entry 3:30pm)
#StAlbans #StAlbansMuseums
🏛️ St Albans Museum + Gallery - open today until 4pm
🏺 Verulamium Museum - open today until 4pm (last entry 3:30pm)
#StAlbans #StAlbansMuseums
Discover Helios, an art installation by Luke Jerram, by day, by dusk, or after dark☀️
🍰 Helios Afternoon Tea | 18 January
🍹 Helios After Dark Cocktails | 16 January
Or book free time slots available to see Helios, ticket is required. Book online in advance or grab a ticket on the day.
🍰 Helios Afternoon Tea | 18 January
🍹 Helios After Dark Cocktails | 16 January
Or book free time slots available to see Helios, ticket is required. Book online in advance or grab a ticket on the day.
January 1, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Discover Helios, an art installation by Luke Jerram, by day, by dusk, or after dark☀️
🍰 Helios Afternoon Tea | 18 January
🍹 Helios After Dark Cocktails | 16 January
Or book free time slots available to see Helios, ticket is required. Book online in advance or grab a ticket on the day.
🍰 Helios Afternoon Tea | 18 January
🍹 Helios After Dark Cocktails | 16 January
Or book free time slots available to see Helios, ticket is required. Book online in advance or grab a ticket on the day.
🎉 HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎉
We’re so excited for 2026 and January is already bursting with things to explore and enjoy!
We’re closed today, but don’t worry: the Museums, shops and café are back open tomorrow, 2 January.
Find out what’s on this January: https://f.mtr.cool/yoqyabkskz
#StAlbans
We’re so excited for 2026 and January is already bursting with things to explore and enjoy!
We’re closed today, but don’t worry: the Museums, shops and café are back open tomorrow, 2 January.
Find out what’s on this January: https://f.mtr.cool/yoqyabkskz
#StAlbans
January 1, 2026 at 8:03 AM
🎉 HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎉
We’re so excited for 2026 and January is already bursting with things to explore and enjoy!
We’re closed today, but don’t worry: the Museums, shops and café are back open tomorrow, 2 January.
Find out what’s on this January: https://f.mtr.cool/yoqyabkskz
#StAlbans
We’re so excited for 2026 and January is already bursting with things to explore and enjoy!
We’re closed today, but don’t worry: the Museums, shops and café are back open tomorrow, 2 January.
Find out what’s on this January: https://f.mtr.cool/yoqyabkskz
#StAlbans
Find out "What St Albans tells us about Britain’s changing pub culture" in today's Guardian.
Wednesday briefing: What St Albans tells us about Britain’s changing pub culture
In today’s newsletter: With young people drinking less, and landlords wrestling with unpredictable trade, one city’s pub history offers clues to the future of Britain’s boozers
www.theguardian.com
December 31, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Find out "What St Albans tells us about Britain’s changing pub culture" in today's Guardian.