York Museums Trust

Events - 17 May 17

Meet the Veterans – Wed 17 May 2017

Meet the Veterans

Date: Wednesday 17 May 2017, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Venue: York Castle Museum

A number of Normandy Veterans and widows of veterans will be in our exhibition 1914: When the World Changed Forever to talk to visitors about the experience of being part of the Normandy Invasion at the end of the Second World War.

Our guests will be with us 10am to 4pm and visitors are welcome to drop in at any time.

Free with admission, no need to book.

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Behind the Scenes at the Chocolate Factory – Wed 17 May 2017

Behind the Scenes at the Chocolate Factory

Date: Wednesday 17 May 2017, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Venue: York Castle Museum

As part of our new experience, Chocolate: York’s Sweet Past, we welcome former Terry’s employee Mike Grimes to share his stories and the experiences he gained whilst working at the York chocolate factory.

This talk is repeated on Wednesday 21 June – please click here for further details.

Free with admission – click here to book through Eventbrite.

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Guide’s Gallery Talk – Wed 17 May 2017

Guide's Gallery Talk

Date: Wednesday 17 May 2017, 11:45 am - 3:00 pm
Venue: York Castle Museum

Join one of our costumed guides on our famous Victorian street Kirkgate every day at 11.45am and 3.00pm for a free 15 minute informal talk.

Each talk is different but will provide an introduction to Kirkgate, the history of York Castle Museum, and the objects on display, as well as the people who lived and worked in York during the Victorian period of 1870-1901.

Please note that talks are subject to the availability of our guides.

Free with admission, no need to book.

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Art Curator’s Talk – Wed 17 May 2017

Art Curator's Talk

Date: Wednesday 17 May 2017, 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Join a York Art Gallery Curator every third Wednesday of the month at 12.30pm for our free 30 minute Curator’s Talk.

The subject will vary but will relate to the displays and collections currently at York Art Gallery. We occasionally have to change the dates or titles of talks – please ring ahead on 01904 687687 or check with our Admissions staff on arrival.

Talks are free with no need to book (gallery admission applies).

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FOYAG Talk: Albert Moore: of Beauty and Aesthetics – Wed 17 May 2017

FOYAG Talk: Albert Moore: of Beauty and Aesthetics

Date: Wednesday 17 May 2017, 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Join the Friends of York Art Gallery for a fascinating series of regular talks.

17th May – Albert Moore: of Beauty and Aesthetics

This talk has been organised by the Friends of York Art Gallery but non-members are welcome to attend.

Free with admission, no need to book.

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