Hip Hop: A Welsh Story

Exhibition:Hip Hop: A Welsh Story

National Museum Cardiff

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19 July 2025 – 22 February 2026
Cost Free
Suitability All
DJ Jaffa performing at Roxe Jam, Cardiff, 2010. 

DJ Jaffa performing at Roxe Jam, Cardiff, 2010. 
© Dan Green
dangreen.net @dangreen

Unknown B-Boys in Blaenau Ffestiniog, 1987. 

Unknown B-Boys in Blaenau Ffestiniog, 1987. 
© Photography by Mark McNulty 

Rapper YazMean performing at a Ladies of Rage event for International Women’s Day, The Moon, Cardiff, 2019. 

Rapper YazMean performing at a Ladies of Rage event for International Women’s Day, The Moon, Cardiff, 2019. 
© Amy Farrer 
@amyfarrerphotography 

How has Hip Hop shaped Welsh culture?

Embark on a transformative journey through Hip Hop culture in Wales.

Hip Hop: A Welsh Story is a dynamic exhibition that celebrates the evolution of the genre and artform in Wales. Come and experience the music, dance and fashion through the stories of the people who shaped Hip Hop’s past, present, and future.

Engage with the Culture

Dive deep into the past, present, and future of Hip Hop in Wales with elements that allow you to explore Hip Hop culture for yourself. Explore the vibrant world of street art and immerse yourself in the sounds that define our Hip Hop scene.

  • Explore the vibrant world of street art
  • Immerse yourself in the sounds that define our Hip Hop scene

Celebrating the Hip Hop Community

Hip Hop: A Welsh Story is more than a showcase—it's an invitation to engage, reflect, and connect with the heartbeat of the Hip Hop community.

From the artists, dancers, and communities that make up the vibrant Hip Hop scene in Wales to their battles, events, and the spirit of togetherness, the Hip Hop community lives on.

Tickets

The exhibition is free and you can pre-book your tickets before visiting. If you’d like to play an active part in sharing the amazing stories of Wales, please consider making a donation – your donations help us to ensure that Amgueddfa Cymru can continue to host inspiring exhibitions.

Listen to our specially curated Hip Hop: A Welsh Story playlist on Spotify…

Our exhibitions and public engagement programme is made possible thanks to the players of People's Postcode Lottery.

Tickets

Date Time slots available
3 February 2026 All Day View Tickets
4 February 2026 All Day View Tickets
5 February 2026 All Day View Tickets
6 February 2026 All Day View Tickets
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13 February 2026 All Day View Tickets

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 Admission

Free Entry

Amgueddfa Cymru belongs to everyone, and admission to the Museum is free thanks to funding from the Welsh Government. 

Booking a free day ticket in advance will ensure you receive key information and updates before your visit, helping you to make the most of your experience. 

Admission is free, however a charge may apply for some exhibitions, events and activities.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. For safety reasons, we reserve the right to conduct bag searches when entering the Museum​.

 Opening Hours

Winter Opening Hours: From Tuesday 4 November until 13 February 2026, we will be open 10am – 4pm. 

Galleries close at 3.45pm.

Open for 6 days a week Tuesday to Sunday. Closed Mondays but open Bank Holiday Monday.

Admission is free, however a charge may apply for some exhibitions, events and activities.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

 Parking

A Visitor Car Park is situated behind the Museum, off Museum Avenue. Visitors parking here will receive a ticket at the point of entry and need to pay £6.50 for the day at a pay-station located at the rear of the car park. Please note that the pay-stations only accept card payments – no cash payments are accepted. Visitors can use any credit/debit cards (except for American Express), or Apple or Android Pay.

Parking is free to blue badge holders. Please use the intercom at the exit barrier to verify your blue badge permit. Disabled parking is also available at the front of the Museum, on Gorsedd Gardens Road.

Visiting by public transport, bike or foot?

You can plan your journey using the Traveline Cymru website or by calling their helpline on 0800 464 0000.

 Eat, Drink, Shopping

  • The Museum café in the Main Hall is open every day 10am-4pm offering a range of drinks and snacks.

 Accessibility

If you prefer to visit when we’re less crowded, there are usually fewer people on our site from 3pm each day.

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 Multifaith Room

Reserve time in National Museum Cardiff's multifaith room.

This is a clean and quiet area for reflection, contemplation, and worship.

Please be aware that this space may be shared with other members of the public and must be kept clean.

Privacy screens are available if required.

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