MUSEUM CALENDAR: FULL LIST Of EVENTS
Exhibition: Folklore and Harvest
Monday 14 October to Monday 20 January 201910.30am - 4pmThe Maiden, The Neck and The Mare – Harvest Traditions and Beliefs Exploring the art, traditions and beliefs associated with corn dollies featuring original examples and contemporary artist’s interpretations. We will have... (more info)
Hallowe’en Half Term Activities
Monday 28 October to Friday 01 November 201911.00am - 3.00pmEnjoy the great outdoors this autumn half term at the Museum, with fantastic Hallowe’en-themed family activities taking place from 11am-3pm from Monday 28 October – Friday 1 November. Children of all ages can channel their... (more info)
Museum at Night: Family Tale Trail (Ticketed)
Thursday 31 October 20194.45pm - 7.15pmBook now for our Museum at Night family-friendly guided walk! This special evening is designed for families to enjoy an enchanting walk which offers a truly out of the ordinary experience. You will be guided by lamplight to different... (more info)
Museum at Night November (Ticketed)
Friday 01 November to Saturday 02 November 20196.45pm - 9pmOn Friday 1 and Saturday 2 November 2019 we will open our doors from 6.45pm for pre-booked visitors to experience our atmospheric Museum at Night guided walks. These enchanting walks offer a truly out of the ordinary experience – you... (more info)
Historic Life Weekend: Fire & Light
Saturday 02 November to Sunday 03 November 201911.00am - 4.00pmToday we can come home to a house that can often be heated quickly, with the means to cook rapidly and light at the flick of a switch. A walk through the Museum during this weekend will give a better idea of how homes in the past were lit... (more info)
Christmas Market
Friday 22 November to Sunday 24 November 201910.30am - 4.00pmFind that perfect gift and enjoy a great day out at the Museum! Our bustling Christmas Market sees over 150 stands – selling arts, crafts, food, unusual gifts and much more – ‘pop up’ in our collection of rescued... (more info)
Tree Dressing
Sunday 01 December 201910.30am - 4.30pm (activities from 12.30pm)Tree Dressing is a magical occasion for all the family, celebrating the importance of trees in our lives. Make a greenery headdress and turn a jam jar into a lantern Join the procession illuminated by hundreds of lanterns Dress the aspen... (more info)
Meet Green Father Christmas – 7, 8, 14, 15 & 20-23 December (ticketed)
Saturday 07 December to Monday 23 December 201910.30am - 4pmThis December we are welcoming a very special guest to the Museum – Green Father Christmas (Old Winter). Saturday 7 December Sunday 8 December Saturday 14 December Sunday 15 December Friday 20 December Saturday 21 December Sunday 22... (more info)
Christmas at the Museum
Thursday 26 December to Friday 27 December 201910.30am - 4pmFrom Tudor to Victorian times, a historic festive treat awaits visitors on Boxing Day and Friday 27 December, when the Museum’s traditionally decorated houses will reflect the spirit of Christmas through the ages. It is a wonderful time... (more info)