• Moomin ABC

    MOOMIN 80: MOOMIN ABC

    29 MAR - 5 OCT
    Embark on a Moomin adventure with interactive Moomin exhibits, stories, crafts, and more at Moomin ABC. Tickets from £5, under 4s free! Early booking advised!

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  • MOOMIN GIFT SHOP

    NEW: MOOMIN GIFT SHOP

    Come and visit our special Moomin Gift Shop, open until October. Browse beautiful homewares, exquisite prints and cards, wonderful toys and stationery, and other delightful official Moomin merchandise. Pop in and bring home the spirit and the incredible artwork of Tove Jansson’s iconic world.

Events
Moomin 80: Moomin ABC
Mar 29
Exhibitions
Moomin 80: Moomin ABC
Exhibitions

Explore the magic of Moominvalley!

Join the Moomin 80 celebrations in Gloucester, kicking off with Moomin ABC! From 29 March, immerse your family in Moomin magic at the Museum of Gloucester. Interactive exhibits, stories, crafts, and more await! Tickets from £5, under 4s free.

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Exhibitions
The Case of the Missing Eggs Family Trail
Apr 1
Easter
The Case of the Missing Eggs Family Trail
Easter

Join us for a thrilling Easter adventure at the museum! A mysterious character is sneaking around the museum, stealing precious items! Detective Bunny needs your help to crack the case.

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Easter
Roman Soldier Tour of the Eastgate Chamber
Apr 19
Talks, Tours, Families
Roman Soldier Tour of the Eastgate Chamber
Talks, Tours, Families

Join auxiliary Roman soldier Lucius for a fascinating visit underground to the Eastgate chamber to see how and why the original City walls were built and what happened to them through the centuries.

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Talks, Tours, Families
Civic Trust Tours: Roman Gloucester Walks
Apr 25
Tours, Walks, Civic Trust
Civic Trust Tours: Roman Gloucester Walks
Tours, Walks, Civic Trust

With a Civic Trust guide, learn why the Romans came to Gloucester. Discover Roman Walls in the Eastgate Chamber, walk down the site of the Forum and meet Emperor Nerva. See aspects of Roman life including mosaics, jewellery, weaponry and tombstones on display in the Museum.

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Tours, Walks, Civic Trust
Comet Wishes: A Moomin Story & Craft Adventure
Apr 26
MoominsABC, Storytelling, Workshop, Easter
Comet Wishes: A Moomin Story & Craft Adventure
MoominsABC, Storytelling, Workshop, Easter

Join Us for a Magical Moomin Adventure!

Embark on an enchanting journey with us as we delve into the whimsical world of Comet in Moominland, following the delightful adventures of Moomintroll and his friends!

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MoominsABC, Storytelling, Workshop, Easter
Civic Trust Tours: Eastgate Chamber
May 2
Tours, Civic Trust
Civic Trust Tours: Eastgate Chamber
Tours, Civic Trust

Discover the Eastgate Chamber Roman walls , a medieval gate tower and a 16th century horsepool with a Civic Trust Tour Guide…

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Tours, Civic Trust
Doc Saurus: Fossil Hunter
May 28
Families, Workshops
Doc Saurus: Fossil Hunter
Families, Workshops

Hey there, young explorers! Get ready for an amazing journey through time at Doc Saurus: Festival of Archaeology!

Step into a world of dinosaurs and fossils as you marvel at real-life dinosaur bones and fossils from Gloucestershire and beyond. Who knows? You might even discover a new species!

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Families, Workshops
Recycled Moomin Magic: Create your Own Blue House
May 29
MoominABC, Workshops
Recycled Moomin Magic: Create your Own Blue House
MoominABC, Workshops

In this family-friendly, eco-craft session, we’ll build a charming, round blue house using recycled materials (like kitchen rolls), and create delightful little Moomin-inspired characters to play with.

Enjoy a fun, hands-on experience that sparks creativity and promotes sustainable crafting for all ages.

Suitable for families and ages 3+.

Info + Tickets

MoominABC, Workshops

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Celebrating Edith Sessions: Gloucester's First Woman Councilor
Collections
Celebrating Edith Sessions: Gloucester's First Woman Councilor
Collections

As we kick off Women's History Month, it's a perfect time to celebrate the remarkable women who have shaped our history and paved the way for future generations. At the museum, we are proud to highlight some of the incredible women whose stories are intertwined with Gloucester's rich history. One such woman is Edith Sessions.

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Collections
Discover the Magic of Moominvalley at the Museum of Gloucester this Spring 
Exhibitions
Discover the Magic of Moominvalley at the Museum of Gloucester this Spring 
Exhibitions

Museum of Gloucester has teamed up with award-winning interactive theatre company Bakehouse Factory to create an immersive exhibition all about the Moomins called Moomin ABC.

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Exhibitions
For Folk Sake: A Sharp Look at Gloucester’s Pin-making Legacy.
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For Folk Sake: A Sharp Look at Gloucester’s Pin-making Legacy.
Collections

Have you ever noticed the twisted design of the bollards on Eastgate Street? These humble structures hold a clue to Gloucester's fascinating pin-making past. From thousands of pins discovered under floorboards to tales of a booming 18th-century industry, we’re uncovering the sharp history of a trade that put Gloucester on the map!

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