Events Calendar

The powerful Dukes of Norfolk were buried in magnificent tombs at Thetford Priory. This exhibition brings together fragments of these beautiful monuments, including two carved panels loaned by the British Museum. Plus reconstructions and lively interpretation sets the scene.

The powerful Dukes of Norfolk were buried in magnificent tombs at Thetford Priory. This exhibition brings together fragments of these beautiful monuments, including two carved panels loaned by the British Museum. Plus reconstructions and lively interpretation sets the scene.

Enjoying sketching and take inspiration from the collections, displays and amazing architecture of Norwich Castle. Relaxed and informal sessions with tutor Graham Rider. Materials provided, but feel free to bring your own.

The powerful Dukes of Norfolk were buried in magnificent tombs at Thetford Priory. This exhibition brings together fragments of these beautiful monuments, including two carved panels loaned by the British Museum. Plus reconstructions and lively interpretation sets the scene.

The powerful Dukes of Norfolk were buried in magnificent tombs at Thetford Priory. This exhibition brings together fragments of these beautiful monuments, including two carved panels loaned by the British Museum. Plus reconstructions and lively interpretation sets the scene.

A talk by Alison Hall, Exhibitions Co-ordinator, NMAS. A talk about our forthcoming temporary exhibition featuring models and more. Part of Time & Tide Museum's 2013/14 Autumn/Winter Friday Talks Programme Places are limited & booking essential - tel (01493) 743930 or e-mail yarmouth.museums@norfolk.gov.uk

Join geologist and former curator of Cromer Museum, Martin Warren, for an introduction to Norfolk’s geology and chance to handle specimens from the museum’s collections.

Volcanologists from the UEA re-created the eruption of Mount Versuvius for a British Museum film, which was made for its 'Pompeii and Herculaneum' exhibition. Join them here at the Castle as they re-create these experiments (every 20 minutes), and consider life on that fateful day in AD79. Suitable for ages 6+ Booking not required but numbers are limited.

The powerful Dukes of Norfolk were buried in magnificent tombs at Thetford Priory. This exhibition brings together fragments of these beautiful monuments, including two carved panels loaned by the British Museum. Plus reconstructions and lively interpretation sets the scene.

We're celebrating National Science and Engineering week with a host of brilliant activities. Discover the science of archaeology, how natural history collections are used to inform modern day science, what makes the earth move, and more!

Come and join the Mardlers! Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and have a mardle about Cromer past and present. Hear illustrated talks on local history and bring your photos, memorabilia or simply your memories to share.

The powerful Dukes of Norfolk were buried in magnificent tombs at Thetford Priory. This exhibition brings together fragments of these beautiful monuments, including two carved panels loaned by the British Museum. Plus reconstructions and lively interpretation sets the scene.

Join Dr. Harriet Foster for this fascinating look at the Roman glass industry as part of a series of lunchtime talks on Tuesday which explore our temporary British Museum 'Roman Empire' exhibition.

Enjoying sketching and take inspiration from the collections, displays and amazing architecture of Norwich Castle. Relaxed and informal sessions with tutor Graham Rider. Materials provided, but feel free to bring your own.

The powerful Dukes of Norfolk were buried in magnificent tombs at Thetford Priory. This exhibition brings together fragments of these beautiful monuments, including two carved panels loaned by the British Museum. Plus reconstructions and lively interpretation sets the scene.

The powerful Dukes of Norfolk were buried in magnificent tombs at Thetford Priory. This exhibition brings together fragments of these beautiful monuments, including two carved panels loaned by the British Museum. Plus reconstructions and lively interpretation sets the scene.

The powerful Dukes of Norfolk were buried in magnificent tombs at Thetford Priory. This exhibition brings together fragments of these beautiful monuments, including two carved panels loaned by the British Museum. Plus reconstructions and lively interpretation sets the scene.

The Head of Norfolk Museums Service,Steve Miller, poses an intriguing question! Part of Time & Tide Museum's 2013/14 Autumn/Winter Friday Talks Programme Places are limited & booking essential - tel (01493) 743930 or e-mail yarmouth.museums@norfolk.gov.uk

A fun and engaging writing workshop where children with a favourite adult can enjoy writing their own myth or legend. Suitable for age 7-12 years. In the Benefactors Room Booking essential: 01603 495897

Expert speakers from the British Museum and Norfolk Museums and Archaeology Service consider East Anglia's place in the Roman world.

The powerful Dukes of Norfolk were buried in magnificent tombs at Thetford Priory. This exhibition brings together fragments of these beautiful monuments, including two carved panels loaned by the British Museum. Plus reconstructions and lively interpretation sets the scene.

Come and hear the storyteller Paul Jackson weave wonderful tales of Roman myth and legend in our beautiful Castle Kee! Take part in our Roman crafts and activities including mosaic making, beauty and costumes! Plus UEA Drama students provide a theatrical take on the Romans!

In celebration of Science and Engineering Week - Watch in wonder as we re-create the Captain Manby Mortar!! Rescue the ship-wrecked sailor to win a nautical award! Drop-in event between 12noon - 4pm each day.

Find out about the digestive processes of animals & birds. Answer the 'calls of nature' and track down the animal poos and pellets in this trail of wildlife wonders! Drop in activity trail available daily 22-23 March 2014 - 12 noon - 4pm

Find out about the digestive processes of animals & birds. Answer the 'calls of nature' and track down the animal poos and pellets in this trail of wildlife wonders! Drop in activity trail available daily 22-23 March 2014 - 12 noon - 4pm

In celebration of Science and Engineering Week - Watch in wonder as we re-create the Captain Manby Mortar!! Rescue the ship-wrecked sailor to win a nautical award! Drop-in event between 12noon - 4pm each day.

Session 3: The Romans in East Anglia with Dr John Davies A new, hands course. Using museum collectins and archives, expert archaeologists share uniques insights into life in our particular corner of the Roman Empire. Session 1. 24 February-Introducing Roman Norfolk with Alice Lyons Session 2. 10 March-A Roman Town with Alice Lyons Session 3 24 March-The Romans in East Anglia with Dr. John Davies Book single modules or all three Booking Essential: 01603 495897

Using museum collections and archives, archaeologist and Chief Curator, Dr John Davies gives an overview of the Roman empire in East Anglia. Refreshments included.

The powerful Dukes of Norfolk were buried in magnificent tombs at Thetford Priory. This exhibition brings together fragments of these beautiful monuments, including two carved panels loaned by the British Museum. Plus reconstructions and lively interpretation sets the scene.