Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- History Museum currently ranks #2872 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #2722, first reached on Jul 23, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 200+ since we began tracking it in July 2026.
- The latest release, v5.3.7, shipped on Oct 20, 2026 (today) — release #50 since the theme joined the directory in 2023.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-21 | #2872 |
| 2026-09-30 | #2891 |
| 2026-08-31 | #2860 |
| 2026-07-31 | #2762 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-21 | 200 |
| 2026-09-30 | 200 |
| 2026-08-31 | 200 |
| 2026-07-31 | 200 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-28 | 8 |
| 2026-08-31 | 14 |
| 2026-07-31 | 2 |
| 2026-06-30 | 5 |
| 2026-05-31 | 2 |
| 2026-04-30 | 9 |
| 2026-03-31 | 6 |
| 2026-02-28 | 2 |
| 2026-01-31 | 5 |
| 2025-12-31 | 2 |
| 2025-11-30 | 4 |
| 2025-10-31 | 5 |
| 2025-09-30 | 9 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | pewilliams |
|---|---|
| Current version | 5.3.7 |
| Versions released | 50 |
| Last updated | 2026-10-20 |
| 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
How many websites use History Museum?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is History Museum?
As of October 21, 2026, History Museum ranks #2872 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 October 20, 2026 (version 5.3.7). It has shipped 50 releases in total.
Who makes History Museum?
History Museum is developed by pewilliams. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in October 2023.
