National Justice Museum
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire · ★ 4.7 · 4,092 visitor reviews
Nottingham, NG1 1HN
About
The National Justice Museum in Nottingham brings law and order history to life for families in Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands. This indoor museum welcomes babies, toddlers, young children, and older children to explore centuries of crime and punishment in a historic courthouse and gaol. The venue features on-site parking, a café, and toilet facilities for family convenience.
Visitors can discover original courtrooms, explore prison cells, and learn about the evolution of justice through interactive exhibitions. Children can participate in mock trials, handle historical objects, and hear stories of notorious criminals and landmark cases. The atmospheric historic building adds authenticity to the experience, helping visitors imagine life in a working court and prison.
The museum presents potentially challenging topics in age-appropriate ways that educate and entertain. Located in the heart of Nottingham, this unique attraction offers something genuinely different. Families looking for museums in Nottingham or things to do with kids in the East Midlands will find this museum provides a fascinating and slightly spine-tingling exploration of justice history.
Good for: babies toddlers, older children, young children
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Facilities
- Onsite Parking
- Toilets
- Cafe
- Accessible Entrance
Prices
Opening times
Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Common questions
What is the National Justice Museum?
A unique museum bringing law and order history to life in a historic courthouse and gaol, exploring centuries of crime and punishment.
Is the National Justice Museum suitable for young children?
Yes, the museum welcomes babies, toddlers, young children, and older kids. Topics are presented in age-appropriate ways.
What are the opening hours for the National Justice Museum?
The museum is open every day from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Does the National Justice Museum have facilities?
Yes, there is on-site parking, a café, toilets, and an accessible entrance.
What can families do at the National Justice Museum?
Participate in mock trials, handle historical objects, explore prison cells, and hear stories of notorious criminals and landmark cases.
What families say
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