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Curator Talk – Coin Moulds from Lingwell Gate, Wakefield

Our lunchtime talks are ideal for gaining an insight into some of our most interesting artefacts from our archaeology and natural science collections. Talks take place Tuesdays 12.30-1pm and are FREE with admission. There’s no need to book.

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Curator Talk – The Yorkshire Museum’s Moa: a huge bird a long way from home

Our lunchtime talks are ideal for gaining an insight into some of our most interesting artefacts from our archaeology and natural science collections. Talks take place Tuesdays 12.30-1pm and are FREE with admission. There’s no need to book.

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Low Sensory Experiences

Our Low Sensory Experiences are designed for visitors who would prefer a quieter visit to our museum. During the event, light and sound levels will be adjusted so it’s a less overwhelming environment. You’ll still be able to visit all the galleries, but there will be no dark areas and no sudden sounds. There is […]

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Curating Ceramics: Innovative Display and Audience Participation Methods

Curating Ceramics: Innovative Display and Audience Participation Methods

Book here. In 2020 the Shipley Art Gallery acquired the John Christian studio ceramics collection. Originally due to open as a new permanent collection this year, these plans have been put on hold due to COVID. However, to celebrate this exciting collection at one of the UK’s leading arts and crafts museums, you are invited […]

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Curating Ceramics: Online Collections, Community Building and Activism

Curating Ceramics: Online Collections, Community Building and Activism

BOOK TICKETS HERE In 2020 the Shipley Art Gallery acquired the John Christian studio ceramics collection. Originally due to open as a new permanent collection this year, these plans have been put on hold due to COVID. However, to celebrate this exciting collection at one of the UK’s leading arts and crafts museums, you are […]

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Celebrate Summer at York Museum Gardens

18 & 19 June 2021 6:30pm – 10pm  £25 Book tickets here. Celebrate midsummer with friends, food, drink and music in the beautiful surroundings of York Museums Gardens next month. To mark midsummer, York Museums Trust is offering a unique opportunity to watch the sun set over the ruins of St Mary’s Abbey in the […]

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York Castle Prison Tour

York Castle Prison Tour

Enter the authentic prison cells of York Castle Prison, where thousands were imprisoned while they awaited release, transportation or execution. Join our expert as they reveal the stories of the infamous, such as highwayman Dick Turpin, and those largely forgotten in this unique insight into prison life.

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Kirkgate Victorian Street Tour

Kirkgate Victorian Street Tour

Saturdays in June and July 10:30am Book your tickets here Visit one of York’s most memorable experiences in this guided tour of our recreated Victorian street. The 1 hour tour will reveal the fascinating history of the street, the stories behind the authentic shops and real Victorian York businesses which traded everything from chocolate to […]

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York Castle Prison Tour

York Castle Prison Tour

Enter the authentic prison cells of York Castle Prison, where thousands were imprisoned while they awaited release, transportation or execution. Join our expert as they reveal the stories of the infamous, such as highwayman Dick Turpin, and those largely forgotten in this unique insight into prison life.

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York Castle Prison Tour

York Castle Prison Tour

Enter the authentic prison cells of York Castle Prison, where thousands were imprisoned while they awaited release, transportation or execution. Join our expert as they reveal the stories of the infamous, such as highwayman Dick Turpin, and those largely forgotten in this unique insight into prison life.

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