The Godson of a First World War soldier who was awarded the Victoria Cross has seen the medal for the first time, on display at York Castle Museum. Alvin Turner, from Thirsk, made the trip especially to see the VC awarded to Wilfrid Edwards after hearing about the museum’s new exhibition, 1914: When the World …

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24 January – 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm FREE Join our curators and gardens team who will be leading free guided tours of the gardens and making a note of the birds they see. The ten acre gardens are home to a wide variety of birds ranging from tawny owls to goldcrests.

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Please note that our Star Carr exhibition is currently closed due to some essential ceiling maintenance. An announcement will be made once the maintenance is complete. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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York Museums Trust has put details of more than 160,000 objects online for the first time, enabling access to thousands of items not currently on public display. More than 50,000 of these are photographed, with all the images on the database free to access, download and be used in any way. The Trust is one of a …

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The humour, pride and propaganda of First World War Christmas cards sent home from soldiers fighting on the front line one hundred years ago have gone on show as part of Christmas at York Castle Museum. British Bull Dogs, “Somme Pudding” and a “Father Christmas” delivering alcohol all feature on the Regimental cards. Others picture …

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The intricate details and beautiful motifs of a Viking treasure hoard will be revealed to the public this week when it goes back on display after conservation. The Bedale Hoard was found by metal detectorists in 2012 and bought by the Yorkshire Museum in May this year after generous donations from the public and grants from …

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Scientists have proven for the first time that Frankincense was used in British Roman burials, including those in York. The discovery was made by scientists led by the University of Bradford carrying out molecular analysis of materials previously thought to be of little interest – debris inside burial containers and residues on skeletal remains and plaster …

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Events, Activities and Holiday Fun for All Ages! York Museums Trust has published its activities programme for January to April 2015. The brochure has listings of all the fantastic, events, activities and holiday fun available for all ages at both the Yorkshire Museum and York Castle Museum. With activities ranging from metal detecting at the Yorkshire …

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To celebrate the Yorkshire Museum’s screening of Home Alone, a competition has been launched to win tickets to the special film night event. The classic Christmas film will be shown on the big screen on Thursday 11 December and the Yorkshire Museum is giving you a chance to get your hands on a pair of …

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York Castle Museum is opening its doors after hours this December for an unforgettable Christmas experience for all the family on the beautifully decorated Victorian Street, Kirkgate. Join your guide on a festive stroll where you meet the people of Kirkgate in their Victorian attire. Visit each shop with their festive displays, looking for the …

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