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Inspired by Flaxman Talk: Flaxman and the Royal Academy by Michael Adam Smith

Inspired by Flaxman Talk: Flaxman and the Royal Academy by Michael Adam Smith

Inspired by Flaxman Talk: John Flaxman’s Funerary Monuments by Michael Adam Smith  Wednesday 7 October 2026 12 noon – 12.30pm Included in general admission | Book Tickets The bulk of Flaxman’s sculptural output comprises over 200 extant funerary monuments. Installed in churches across Britain and overseas, they range from small memorial tablets commissioned by bereaved families […]

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Life Drawing: Model as Muse

Life Drawing: Model as Muse

Life Drawing: Model as Muse Saturday 10 October 2026 2pm – 4pm £15 per person* | Sold Out Adult only (18+) *Ticket price includes general admission to York Art Gallery, including our exhibition Turner, Wedgwood & Beyond: Inspired by Flaxman. Join us at York Art Gallery for Life Drawing Workshops; whether you are a regular […]

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Art for Wellbeing

Art for Wellbeing

Art for Wellbeing Sunday 11 October 2026, 10.30am – 12.30pm Suitable for ages 16+ |  Included in general admission | Book Tickets Art activities to release your creative energy! Set in the beautiful surroundings of York Art Gallery’s Studio space, this 2-hour workshop gives opportunity for discovery and time to explore a variety of art […]

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York Castle Museum Primary School Teachers’ CPD and Consultation Event

York Castle Museum Primary School Teachers’ CPD and Consultation Event

York Castle Museum Primary School Teachers’ CPD and Consultation Event Thursday 15 October 2026 | 4.30pm – 6.30pm Free, booking essential | Book Now Join us at York Castle Museum, for our first ever Primary School Teachers’ CPD and Consultation Event! Enjoy a tour of the museum, explore how our collections can support your teaching, […]

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Sketchbook Circle at York Art Gallery

Sketchbook Circle Wednesday 21 October 2026 | 1:30pm – 3:30pm Suitable for ages 16+ | £5 per person* | Book Now  *General admission to York Art Gallery is included. Pick up a pencil – draw and discover! Give yourself time to sharpen and share your drawing skills in this 2-hour sketching workshop with artist Griselda […]

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Make and Play: Bayeux Tapestry Weaving

Make and Play: Bayeux Tapestry Weaving Saturday 24 October 2026 | 10am – 4pm Included in general admission | Book Tickets Celebrate the display of the Bayeux Tapestry at the British Museum, one of the Yorkshire Museum’s partners, by having a go at weaving in our craft room.

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Tales of Nut-Crack Night

Tales of Nut-Crack Night

Tales of Nut-Crack Night Daily, Saturday 24 October – Saturday 31 October 2026 Performances throughout the day Included in general admission | Book Tickets History Riot return to York Castle Museum this October Half-Term daily from Saturday 24 – Saturday 31 October, with an array of family friendly performances. Join two eccentric Victorian characters for […]

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CANCELLED Make and Play: Bayeux Tapestry Weaving

Please note, due to the Yorkshire Museum closure on Sunday 25 October due to high winds, this event is cancelled. Make and Play: Bayeux Tapestry Weaving Sunday 25 October 2026 | 10am – 4pm Included in general admission | Book Tickets Celebrate the display of the Bayeux Tapestry at the British Museum, one of the […]

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Tales of Nut-Crack Night

Tales of Nut-Crack Night

Tales of Nut-Crack Night Daily, Saturday 24 October – Saturday 31 October 2026 Performances throughout the day Included in general admission | Book Tickets History Riot return to York Castle Museum this October Half-Term daily from Saturday 24 – Saturday 31 October, with an array of family friendly performances. Join two eccentric Victorian characters for […]

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CANCELLED ‘A Basket Full of Eggs’ Film screening and Q&A

CANCELLED ‘A Basket Full of Eggs’ Film screening and Q&A

Please note, due to the Yorkshire Museum closure on Sunday 25 October due to high winds, this event is cancelled. ‘A Basket Full of Eggs’: Film screening and Q&A with Professor Hazel Marsh Sunday 25 October | 2pm – 3.30pm Free entry to the event, pre-booking not required In partnership with the University of York […]

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