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Sculpted stone panel showing a carving of a man with long curly hair, sad expression on his face and his hands tied behind his back.

Roman sculpted stones said to be Wales’ earliest portraits displayed for the first time

Two Roman sculpted stone panels, likely to be the earliest known portraits in Wales, are on display for the first time at Amgueddfa Cymru.

A close up of the weaving loom at the Weaving Shed in the museum.

National Wool Museum Weaves Together Tradition and Innovation in 50th Anniversary Year

As the National Wool Museum marks 50 years of educating and inspiring visitors, the combination of traditional craftsmanship, modern technology and contemporary art demonstrates how Wales' textile heritage continues to evolve while remaining firmly rooted in its past. 

Helios at Auckland Arts Festival, New Zealand. Photo (c) Liam Newth (2)

The Sun Will Come out tomorrow at National Museum Cardiff

The wait is over. Helios a seven-metre-wide installation of the Sun has landed at National Museum Cardiff and from 10am tomorrow (21 July 2026), visitors can experience the artwork by Luke Jerram throughout the school summer holidays for free.