Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- History Museum currently ranks #2792 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #2722, first reached on Jul 23, 2026.
- The latest release, v5.3.3, shipped on Jul 7, 2026 (34 days ago) — release #46 since the theme joined the directory in 2023.
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Details
| Author | pewilliams |
|---|---|
| Current version | 5.3.3 |
| Versions released | 46 |
| Last updated | 2026-07-07 |
| Added to directory | 2023-10-04 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.1+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
The History Museum theme is a versatile and feature-rich solution tailored for museums, cultural institutions, historical societies, galleries, and heritage sites, enabling them to effectively showcase their rich history and heritage online. This theme is perfect for presenting artifacts, exhibits, and educational resources, as well as offering compelling narratives about the past. It includes customizable sections for displaying pictures from artifact galleries, event calendars, museum programs, and articles that promote culture and education. Fully compatible with WooCommerce for the sale of museum merchandise or tickets, along with Contact Form 7 for visitor inquiries and membership sign-ups, this theme enhances search visibility through Yoast SEO. With a focus on user experience, it supports easy customization of layouts, colors, and fonts while ensuring a fully responsive design for desktops, tablets, and smartphones. This empowers institutions to build an engaging online platform that connects with audiences and fosters a deeper appreciation for the arts and the historical narratives they preserve.
Frequently asked questions
Is History Museum a free theme?
Yes — History Museum is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is History Museum a block theme or a classic theme?
History Museum is a block theme: it is built for WordPress Full Site Editing, so headers, footers and templates are edited visually in the block editor.
How many websites use History Museum?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is History Museum?
As of August 10, 2026, History Museum ranks #2792 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #2722.
When was History Museum last updated?
History Museum was last updated on July 7, 2026 (version 5.3.3). It has shipped 46 releases in total.
Who makes History Museum?
History Museum is developed by pewilliams. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in October 2023.
