Events Calendar

Titanic has become the most famous ocean liner in the world: from her conception to her premature demise, the Titanic legend continues. With this exciting touring exhibition we explore this famous ship, her sister ships and their owners, the White Star Line, as well as revealing the local links of some of its passengers. Titanic: Honour & Glory is a must for all ages fascinated by this endlessly compelling story.

Become a Workhouse Detective and solve the mystery of the missing candlestick. Explore the new Voices from the Workhouse displays and discover what life was like for the inmates. Meet a pop-up pauper as an extra special activity on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday who will be able to tell you more about life in the Workhouse and they may even need your help!

Join us for a summer of nautical fun. Navigate around deep sea monsters and desert islands, snap a seafaring selfie, make your own knotty sailor wristband,create a decoration for the admiral's hat, and more. Activities and times may vary. Please note that these activities are Monday to Saturday only.

Olive has a new assistant who is a bit forgetful and has left some of her camera equipment around the museum. Can you help find it before an important visitor comes to have their portrait taken?

"Men fight wars. Women win them!" Ever wanted to ask what a Queen has for breakfast or how long it take her to get ready in the morning? Here is your chance - ask Elizabeth I your questions and learn how to rule like a true Queen!

A celebration of cuddly toys and their stories. On show from Friday 21st July until Tuesday 5th September 2017 (closed Saturdays). From threadbare bunnies to a teddy bears' picnic, this family friendly exhibition explores the bond between a toy and its owner.

A celebration of cuddly toys and their stories. On show from Friday 21st July until Tuesday 5th September 2017 (closed Saturdays). From threadbare bunnies to a teddy bears' picnic, this family friendly exhibition explores the bond between a toy and its owner.

Search for scientific objects in our displays and win a small prize.

Find out what powered the Pulp Mill and create some science-based crafts to take home.

Olive has a new assistant who is a bit forgetful and has left some of her camera equipment around the museum. Can you help find it before an important visitor comes to have their portrait taken?

Become an Egyptologist and take on our Ancient Egyptian trail to win a small prize.

An exhibition of beautiful watercolours by Cecil Aldin who was commissioned by Jarrold & Sons to illustrate the 1912 edition of Anna Sewell’s much loved classic novel. Thirteen paintings depict scenes from the book, and have rarely been exhibited. The exhibition is free with museum admission and throughout the school summer holidays there are family activities.

With Michael Knights, former Historic Buildings Officer.

Discover the mysteries of mummification, learn about Ancient Egyptian gods and create a range of Ancient Egyptian themed crafts to take home.

Join us for a summer of nautical fun. Navigate around deep sea monsters and desert islands, snap a seafaring selfie, make your own knotty sailor wristband,create a decoration for the admiral's hat, and more. Activities and times may vary. Please note that these activities are Monday to Saturday only.

All Aboard! Join us for a maritime discovery day at Time & Tide as we celebrate the conservation work on our historic vessels reaching the final stage. Our Crafting History artist Jill Brewster will be in the courtyard doing a live woodcarving demonstration as she works to create boat name plaques and numbers inspired by those in our collections. If you're feeling inspired and creative, design your own plaque which will be entered into our competition. Quiz a conservator! Our boat conservation team will be on hand to provide an insight into the restoration and maintenance work that has been going on over the last few months. They are ready for any questions you have. Discover life at sea at miniature as we bring out some of our ship model collection from the stores. Hear the stories of these boats that once went out to sea to bring back baskets full of herring for hungry tourists. Plus take part in our Titanic and Crafting History trails around the museum and explore our fantastic maritime collections - from the thriving fishing industry to life-saving inventions and shipwrecks.

Become a Workhouse Detective and solve the mystery of the missing candlestick. Explore the new Voices from the Workhouse displays and discover what life was like for the inmates. Meet a pop-up pauper as an extra special activity on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday who will be able to tell you more about life in the Workhouse and they may even need your help!

Titanic has become the most famous ocean liner in the world: from her conception to her premature demise, the Titanic legend continues. With this exciting touring exhibition we explore this famous ship, her sister ships and their owners, the White Star Line, as well as revealing the local links of some of its passengers. Titanic: Honour & Glory is a must for all ages fascinated by this endlessly compelling story.

You are a passenger boarding this 'ship of dreams'. Discover what life was like on board and meet some of the famous characters until disaster strikes! Trail available daily 10am-4.30pm from 1 April to 24 September 2017 as part of Titanic: Honour & Glory exhibition on show on the same dates.

You are a passenger boarding this 'ship of dreams'. Discover what life was like on board and meet some of the famous characters until disaster strikes! Trail available daily 10am-4.30pm from 1 April to 24 September 2017 as part of Titanic: Honour & Glory exhibition on show on the same dates.

Titanic has become the most famous ocean liner in the world: from her conception to her premature demise, the Titanic legend continues. With this exciting touring exhibition we explore this famous ship, her sister ships and their owners, the White Star Line, as well as revealing the local links of some of its passengers. Titanic: Honour & Glory is a must for all ages fascinated by this endlessly compelling story.

Become a Workhouse Detective and solve the mystery of the missing candlestick. Explore the new Voices from the Workhouse displays and discover what life was like for the inmates. Meet a pop-up pauper as an extra special activity on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday who will be able to tell you more about life in the Workhouse and they may even need your help!

Discover the world of sea monsters, from sailors myths of giant monsters of the seas to the real life beasties you can find locally along our coasts!

Part of the Pirates and Seafarers summer programme. Join us for a nautical sing-along as we celebrate the musical culture of sailors.

Join us for a summer of nautical fun. Navigate around deep sea monsters and desert islands, snap a seafaring selfie, make your own knotty sailor wristband,create a decoration for the admiral's hat, and more. Activities and times may vary. Please note that these activities are Monday to Saturday only.

Meet our own female pirate and join her on a swashbuckling adventure; short storytelling and drama activities for all ages.

An exhibition of beautiful watercolours by Cecil Aldin who was commissioned by Jarrold & Sons to illustrate the 1912 edition of Anna Sewell’s much loved classic novel. Thirteen paintings depict scenes from the book, and have rarely been exhibited. The exhibition is free with museum admission and throughout the school summer holidays there are family activities.

Become an Egyptologist and take on our Ancient Egyptian trail to win a small prize.

Olive has a new assistant who is a bit forgetful and has left some of her camera equipment around the museum. Can you help find it before an important visitor comes to have their portrait taken?