Stonehenge Exhibitions Overview

Enter the historic world of Stonehenge which is one of the most famous and sophisticated architectural sites of its time. Situated in Salisbury in the UK, the Stonehenge exhibitions take you through a mysterious journey of the Neolithic era through its monuments and the 250 artefacts on display. Uncover the story behind each of the objects on display here to learn about the story of the people who lived here. Interactive tables, touch screens and videos make the exhibitions even more interesting for visitors. 


Take a glimpse of the archeological finds of prehistoric times like jewellery, pottery, tools, bones and stones to know more about the lifestyle followed by the people of the bronze and neolithic eras. Furthermore, you will be amazed to see the monuments surrounding the nearby landscape of the area. One of the most notable and popular is the Stonehenge Stone Circle which attracts millions of visitors to the place. Filled with mysterious and awe-inspiring objects at every corner, you will see that the history of Stonehenge traverses time making it a truly unique destination to visit.  

Exhibitions In Stonehenge

Stonehenge Exhibition
Stonehenge Exhibition

Discover the story of England at the Stonehenge exhibitions which houses over 250 archeological objects and precious objects spanning years of history. You will see archeological artefacts, stones and landscapes and see the reconstructed face of a man who was at Stonehenge 5,500 years ago. Pottery, jewellery, and tools used in ancient times can be seen here. Furthermore, the exhibition lets you discover the full story behind Stonehenge through the latest audio-visual technology and ancient objects. They also have regular special exhibitions in the visitor’s centre.


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Objects On Display
Objects On Display

Get the chance to see hundreds of prehistoric objects belonging to the World Heritage Site at the Stonehenge Visitor’s Centre. Most of the objects here like pottery, jewellery, and stones are on loan from its museum partners, Salisbury Museum and Wiltshire Museum. Here you will find rare stones and bones like the ‘Arrowheads’ from the late Neolithic period and the ‘Mandible’ jaw bone found at the bottom of the Stonehenge ditch years ago. One can even visit Stonehnge’s partner museums to know more about the riches of this prehistoric era.

Circles Of Stone: Stonehenge And Prehistoric Japan
Circles Of Stone: Stonehenge And Prehistoric Japan

One of the newly opened exhibitions in Stonehenge, the Circles of Stone pays an ode to the rich culture of prehistoric Japan. Housing several prestigious objects, the exhibition takes the visitors on a journey of Japanese settlements and stone circles of the middle and late Jomon period. You will discover that even though Japan and Britain may not have a direct link in history, they share a strong connection in the way people built stone circles and used stone tools as well as how rituals were performed. 


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Stonehenge And Beyond
Stonehenge And Beyond

Uncover more secrets about the prehistoric era of Stonehenge when you visit its partner museums, Salisbury Museum and Wiltshire Museum. Beyond the exhibitions in Stonehenge, you will find a diversity of art, history, and archeology at these museums. The Salisbury Museum has numerous courses, tours, and exhibitions which lets visitors dive deeper into the Stonehenge era. Tour the interactive galleries at Wiltshire Museum and see gold treasures from the Stonehenge era.


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Essential Information
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Essential Information

Location: Wiltshire, SP4 7DE, Near Amesbury, United Kingdom


Timings: 

From September- May: Open from 9:30 am to 5 pm

From June to July: Open from 9:30 am to 7 pm

Visitors can visit the Stonehenge Exhibitions year-round except on Christmas Day (December 25th) as it is closed. 


Best time to visit:  The best time to visit Stonehenge is during the early morning or evening when the exhibition is about to be closed. This is the ideal time to visit if you want to beat the crowds and enjoy the tour with ease. Summer months from June to September observe a lot of crowds at Stonehenge, so spring or autumn would be a good season to visit. 

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