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Meet Me at The Yorkshire Museum

Meet Me at The Yorkshire Museum

Meet Me at The Yorkshire Museum is included in general admission.   Ever wanted to visit a Viking? Run into a Roman? Follow the footsteps of a Fossil Hunter? Meet a Medieval Storyteller? …. A whole host of exciting characters will be dropping into the Yorkshire Museum this year! This is YOUR invitation to …. […]

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Open Air Landscape Drawing

Open Air Landscape Drawing

10 August 2024 Book tickets here £20.00 per person This series of workshops are based on drawing from observation, creating an atmospheric interpretation of the landscape to represent a sense of place. Each session will have a group introduction, followed by individual support. Weather permitting, we will venture out into the gardens behind the art […]

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Phineas Fickletickle’s Totally Tremendous Time-Travel Tincture!

Phineas Fickletickle’s Totally Tremendous Time-Travel Tincture!

Included in general admission, three performances throughout the day.   Book tickets for York Castle Museum Join Phineas Fickletickle with his imaginary enchanted hot air balloon, as he travels round the museum to help his friends get back to their own time period using his collection of magical tinctures. They will visit Medieval, Georgian and […]

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Victorian Stilt Walkers

Victorian Stilt Walkers

Included in general admission. Performance times may vary, please check at the museum on the day of your visit.   Book Tickets for York Castle Museum   These lovely chatty stilt walkers are here to celebrate their idol, ‘Queen Victoria’. They are full of facts about their ‘best friend’ and quiz the audience to test […]

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Phineas Fickletickle’s Totally Tremendous Time-Travel Tincture!

Phineas Fickletickle’s Totally Tremendous Time-Travel Tincture!

Included in general admission, three performances throughout the day.   Book tickets for York Castle Museum Join Phineas Fickletickle with his imaginary enchanted hot air balloon, as he travels round the museum to help his friends get back to their own time period using his collection of magical tinctures. They will visit Medieval, Georgian and […]

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Creative Family Thursdays!

Creative Family Thursdays!

Drop in anytime, included in general admission tickets. Artist run creative workshops inspired by our collections and exhibitions. Join us with all the family on Thursdays during the school holidays. Suitable for families of all ages, under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

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Phineas Fickletickle’s Totally Tremendous Time-Travel Tincture!

Phineas Fickletickle’s Totally Tremendous Time-Travel Tincture!

Included in general admission, three performances throughout the day.   Book tickets for York Castle Museum Join Phineas Fickletickle with his imaginary enchanted hot air balloon, as he travels round the museum to help his friends get back to their own time period using his collection of magical tinctures. They will visit Medieval, Georgian and […]

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Meet Me at The Yorkshire Museum

Meet Me at The Yorkshire Museum

Meet Me at The Yorkshire Museum is included in general admission.   Ever wanted to visit a Viking? Run into a Roman? Follow the footsteps of a Fossil Hunter? Meet a Medieval Storyteller? …. A whole host of exciting characters will be dropping into the Yorkshire Museum this year! This is YOUR invitation to …. […]

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Star Carr Skills Weekend

Star Carr Skills Weekend

Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th August  10:30-4pm drop-in sessions, times advertised on the day (no booking required)    Ever wondered how you can turn nettles into twine or shale into decorative pendants? Join expert Chris Woodland as he introduces you to Mesolithic craftsmanship using natural materials and learn the skills needed for everyday life at […]

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Capture Monet’s Water Lilies in Watercolour (SOLD OUT)

Capture Monet’s Water Lilies in Watercolour (SOLD OUT)

17 August 10am-12pm £20.00 per person Book tickets here Join local watercolour artist and stationery designer, Kate Hall, for a special workshop inspired by Monet’s iconic waterlilies. In this beginners’ workshop you will learn to mix, layer and blend colour, embracing the fluid medium of watercolour. Throughout the workshop you will observe live demonstrations and […]

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