Shrewsbury History Society
Explore the engaging history presentations and tours offered by the Shrewsbury Historical Society, perfect for all ages.
About Shrewsbury Historica
Our Story
At the Shrewsbury Historical Society, we are passionate about providing high-quality education to all individuals. Our story began with a desire to make local history accessible to everyone. We believe that our talks are a powerful tool that can inform and enlighten others about our history. We have just completed our five-year-long series on Shrewsbury’s history, covering a timeline from prehistory to the present day. 2026 we will revisit Shrewsbury's History with a more detailed 7 year series.
Our Mission
Our mission at the Shrewsbury Historical Society is to empower individuals with the knowledge to know their town. We strive to create a supportive learning community that fosters growth, creativity, and innovation. At Shrewsbury Historica, we are committed to helping our followers achieve a deep understanding of their surroundings.
We believe that learning should be engaging, interactive, and fun. That's why we have developed a unique approach to presentations that combine traditional teaching methods with Russell’s cutting-edge technology. Our presentations are designed to be mobile, allowing us to come to you, and can also be bespoke so that any topic you wish to learn about can be customized.
Up coming Events
December 2025
Join us for the Final Presentation celebrating 5 years of The History Series, hosted by the Shrewsbury Historical Society, featuring mulled wine and mince pies.
Wednesday, Dec 17 at 6 pm [Tickets Here](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1333951939159?aff=oddtdtcreator)
Our capacity audience is 25, and tickets are required to ensure entry.
February 2026
Celebrate Darwin’s birthday week at The Bear Steps, organized by the Shrewsbury Historical Society, with a variety of talks focusing on Charles Darwin, Shrewsbury’s renowned son.
March
Mike Dinneen will give a talk on the disposal of waste in Shrewsbury from times gone by, as part of our ongoing historical discussions.
April
TBA
