Past and Present
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Milton Keynes is a place with a rich and interesting historical past, combined with the energetic cultural life of a modern city. You’ll find museums and exhibitions documenting England’s treasured heritage, galleries packed with art, sculpture and creativity of all kinds, music, theatre, dance, comedy, performance and more. A public art collection numbering over 260 works lies ready to explore, and the celebrated IF: Milton Keynes International Festival is an biennial cultural highlight.
Grab front row seats
...at Milton Keynes Theatre, designed by Blonski Heard in 1999 to
bring the outside in. The moveable ceiling can be heightened to
accommodate even the most expansive opera or orchestral
performance.
Eyes forward
...at the award-winning MK Gallery, where you’ll find exhibitions of international contemporary art, bringing the world’s finest artists right here to our city.
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Dive into discovery
...at a family-friendly Milton Keynes Museum, or delve into a little history at renowned attractions including Bletchley Park, Woburn Abbey, or the National Museum of Computing.
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Tap your foot
...and hit the dancefloor at The Stables, Milton Keynes’ premier live music venue. Whether it’s jazz, blues, folk, rock, pop or classical, there’s a gig for you.
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Get out and about
...in the open air, exploring the beautiful gardens at National Trust Stowe, or the nearby historic market towns. With 6,000 acres of green space within the city itself, managed by the Parks Trust, there’s no excuse to miss the fresh air.
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Silverstone Museum
Looking for a thrilling family day out? It’s time to take to the grid at the Silverstone Museum.
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