The National Justice Museum is an independent museum on High Pavement in the Lace Market area of Nottingham, England. The museum is housed in a former Victorian courtroom, gaol and police station and is therefore a historic site where an individual could be arrested, tried, sentenced and executed.
At the National Justice Museum in Nottingham, we inspire people of all ages to become active citizens. We do this through fun and engaging activities, exhibitions and educational programmes relating to law and justice.
A visitor attraction and award winning education provider, you can find us on High Pavement.
Our museum is based at Nottingham’s historic Shire Hall and County Gaol. A building steeped in history, there has been a court on this site since at least 1375 and a prison since at least 1449. When you visit us, you can delve into the fascinating history of justice through time. Meet historical characters, explore our immense collection, take part in a range of interactive activities, and discover how the law and justice contribute to all of our lives.
Our partner attraction, the City of Caves, tells the stories of people that lived and worked in the UK’s biggest network of caves. With over 800 caves city-wide, there’s plenty to discover on your visit. The caves entrance is located at the bottom of the steps next to Nottingham Contemporary on Garner’s Hill.
Based in Nottingham’s historic Lace Market, the National Justice Museum is housed in Nottinghamshire’s Grade II* listed old Shire Hall and County Gaol.
The museum uses original courtrooms, dungeons and prison cells, along with a number of more contemporary galleries to exhibit collections relating to justice, the law, crime and punishment in a fun and interactive way. When visiting the museum you may also meet a variety of colourful historical characters with different stories of justice to tell.
Accessibility
We are located in Nottingham city centre with easy access via public transport.
Facilities include: Hearing loop, Accessible toilets, Audio Guides, Virtual reality presentations
Download our sensory map here: Museum sensory map
Read our full access statement here: Museum access statement
