York Museums Trust

Events - 14 Dec 17

Early Years Explorers – Christmas Special – Thu 14 Dec 2017

Early Years Explorers – Christmas Special

Date: Thursday 14 December 2017, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Venue: York Castle Museum

Early Years Explorers – Activities for children aged two to five years old which include songs, stories, games and craft activities. Sessions are based on familiar preschool play areas, which are enhanced to help children learn about the museum’s collections and exhibitions through play. Sessions are a mixture of free flow and adult led activities which all relate to the Early Years curriculum.

Christmas – Be an elf and help Santa to pack the toys, go down the chimney like Santa, and find the stars in the reindeer food.

Sessions are now FREE for kids! Museum admission applies for adults* – click here to book through Eventbrite.

*Free entry for adults with a YMT Card – 12 months of unlimited access to all York Museums Trust sites.

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Guide’s Gallery Talk – Thu 14 Dec 2017

Guide's Gallery Talk

Date: Thursday 14 December 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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Volunteer’s Gallery Talk – Thu 14 Dec 2017

Volunteer's Gallery Talk

Date: Thursday 14 December 2017, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Venue: York Castle Museum

Join one of our knowledgeable volunteers every Tuesday and Thursday for a free talk from 12pm. The subject will vary but will relate to one of the displays in the museum.

Please note that as these talks are volunteer-led, we cannot guarantee that they will always take place. Please ring ahead on 01904 687687 or check with our Welcome Team on arrival in case of cancellation.

Free with admission, no need to book.

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Art Shot Talks – Thu 14 Dec 2017

Art Shot Talks

Date: Thursday 14 December 2017, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Join our Welcome Team for ten minute talks based on our collections and exhibitions.

Available 2pm, 2.15pm, 2.30pm and 2.45pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays.

Free with admission, no need to book.

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SOLD OUT! Festive Film Night – Thu 14 Dec 2017

SOLD OUT! Festive Film Night

Date: Thursday 14 December 2017, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Venue: Yorkshire Museum

Join us for our seasonal night film at the Yorkshire Museum to get you into the Christmas spirit! Enjoy a delicious finger buffet and drink before watching the festive family favourite ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ on our big screen.

The event starts at 7pm, with tickets costing £15 including the buffet and mulled cider. Tickets have now SOLD OUT.

If you have any dietary requirements, please contact yorkvenues@ymt.org.uk after purchasing your tickets to specify your requirements no later than Monday 11 December 2017.

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