What’s On Events Calendar
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Under Durham: The Untold Stories
24 May 2024 - 21 November 2024
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Museum of Archaeology
When you think about the history of Durham, what comes to mind? Beautiful architecture, rich and powerful people and the history you find in textbooks. But how often do we stop and think about the lives of ordinary people? This exhibition explores the past of Durham through the ordinary people who lived and worked here.
- Exhibition
- Everyone
Festival of Archaeology: Embroidery Workshop
21 July 2024 - 21 July 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
7 Owengate, Museum of Archaeology, Art Collection
Explore Durham University’s Museum of Archaeology Greek and Roman collections with artist Sarah Li in this unique workshop. Delve into LGBTQIA+ histories, engage in Queer storytelling, and create your own piece of embroidery.
- Creative
- Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
- Festival
- Holiday activities
- Outreach & community
- Public
- Everyone
- Lifelong Learners and Community groups
- Students in HE
Festival of Archaeology: Romans Take Over Day
21 July 2024 - 21 July 2024
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Museum of Archaeology
Be part of the Festival of Archaeology and DUScience100 with a family-friendly event at the Museum of Archaeology. Join Out There Adventures Living History Team as they bring Roman archaeology to life, and meet our curators who will share fascinating insights into our collections.
- Holiday activities
- Outreach & community
- Public
- Family friendly
- Children and families
- Everyone
What’s on across our venues
Our unique cultural attractions include Durham Castle, Botanic Garden, Historic Libraries at Palace Green, Oriental Museum, Museum of Archaeology and our World Heritage Site Visitor Centre. Whatever your interest, there's something for everyone to enjoy.