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An exhibition of our Archives and Special Collections, telling hidden stories from the shelves and strongrooms. (Please note, access to this exhibition will be affected by the upcoming Palace Green Library closure dates.)
27 May 2023 - 31 March 2025
Palace Green Library
Visit the Student Art Prize 2023/24 exhibition and explore this years theme of Paradise.
01 May 2024 - 31 March 2025
10:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Palatine Center Stockton Rd, Durham DH1 3LE
Drawing on the objects and photographs of the main donors to the Korean collection at the Oriental Museum, Knitted Together details Richard and Joan Rutt’s 20 years living in South Korea in the immediate aftermath of the Korean War (1950 – 1953).
28 September 2024 - 04 May 2025
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Oriental Museum, Elvet Hill, Durham, DH1 3TH
The Feathers and the Feminine installation was created by members of Interface Arts in memory of their friend Carolyn Corfield, who passed away last year. A creative and dynamic member of the Durham based group, Carolyn primarily produced sculptural ceramics, some of which are on display as part of the installation.
04 October 2024 - 23 February 2025
Oriental Museum
Explore the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia.
09 December 2024 - 06 January 2025
10:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Museum of Archaeology
Join us for a unique visit to Durham Castle for the whole family to celebrate the festive season.
15 December 2024
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Durham Castle
Join us at the Oriental Museum on Wednesday mornings for Little Dragons, our FREE session for children under 5 and their families/carers. Each session will be packed full of exploring the museum galleries, fun craft activities, singing, games and stories.
18 December 2024
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Find out how Christmas is celebrated around the world and decorate ceramic Christmas decorations to take home.
21 December 2024
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Find out why the bravest Ancient Egyptians were award a golden fly and make your own.
04 January 2025
Spot the Selfie Queen sculpture in our South Asian Gallery and make some funky selfie art.
11 January 2025
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