Sunday Sounds: Live Music at the Castle Museum – The Ran Tanners 31 August 2025 Performances throughout the day | Included in general admission Book tickets Join us on Sunday at York Castle Museum for live music from the past. The Ran Tanners are a pair of roving miscreants who (when not doing hard labour […]

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10.30am – 12.30pm, free 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 materials and inspiring themes designed to promote wellbeing. Enjoy the company of others, creating art with gentle […]

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Friday 10 October, 2pm | Included in general admission One of Kirkgate’s historical coaches will be undergoing conservation work between 6 – 17 October. Objects conservator Dr Alaina Schmisseur of Rook Heritage Consulting and specialist decorative arts conservator Helen Gartside-Jones will be working to conserve the object.  Join Dr Schmisseur for a short, insightful talk […]

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Curious and Creative Gardening Tour: Wildlife-Friendly Museum Gardens Free | Donations welcome | Book now Join the Gardens Team to learn about the initiatives and interventions made to make York Museum Gardens more wildlife friendly. Take a tour around over 10 acres of grounds, discovering inspiration for your own garden or workplace green spaces. You’ll […]

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Friday 10 October, 2pm | Included in general admission One of Kirkgate’s historical coaches will be undergoing conservation work between 6 – 17 October. Objects conservator Dr Alaina Schmisseur of Rook Heritage Consulting and specialist decorative arts conservator Helen Gartside-Jones will be working to conserve the object.  Join Dr Schmisseur for a short, insightful talk […]

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Saturday 18 October 2025 | Throughout the day | Included in general admission  Watch live cooking demonstrations throughout the day in our studio kitchen. This week, we’re taking you back to childhood with school puddings. Reminisce over jam roly poly, cornflake tart and chocolate concrete with pink custard. Tasters may be available if you’re lucky! […]

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Art for Wellbeing Sunday 19 October 2025, 10.30am – 12.30pm Suitable for ages 16+ |  Included in general admission | Booking not required 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 […]

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Echoes of Yorkshire: The Museum Illuminated 24 October – 2 November 2025 Book now Light, colour and music surround you at the extraordinary light and sound installation created by internationally acclaimed Luxmuralis in the York Museum Gardens this autumn.  Immerse yourself in the story of the historic site with contemporary light and music showcasing the Yorkshire Museum’s […]

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Saturday 25 October 2025 | Throughout the day | Included in general admission  Watch live cooking demonstrations throughout the day in our studio kitchen. This October half term, we’re making Soul Cakes, a small cake with sweet spices traditionally made for Halloween. These treats are a symbol of community and remembrance in Christian traditions, used […]

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Stories Alive in the Cells 25 October 2025 | Throughout the day* | Included in general admission – Book Now Brand new for October 2025, get involved with immersive performances inviting visitors to play judge and jury, deciding the fate of some of York Castle Prison’s most famous historical felons such as Dick Turpin and Mary Bateman. Join […]

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