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RPS International Photography Exhibition (IPE)165
Oct 26
Exhibitions, RPSIPE165
RPS International Photography Exhibition (IPE)165
Exhibitions, RPSIPE165

Step into a captivating display of incredible imagery and immerse yourself in an exploration of powerful human themes including identity, belonging, nature, environment and sustainability. The way that these artists have composed their shots plays with what reality really means when subjects are placed in front of the lens.

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Exhibitions, RPSIPE165
Festive Wrap & Crafts Workshop!
Dec 21
Workshops, Festive
Festive Wrap & Crafts Workshop!
Workshops, Festive

Join us for a creative session making your own Christmas wrapping paper and gift tags—perfect for those special presents this year!

You’ll learn how to print, cut, and work with ribbon, and take all your festive creations home. While your designs dry, we’ll also be making wooden Christmas decorations.

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Workshops, Festive
Glorious Glevum Tour
Jan 3
Talks, Tours
Glorious Glevum Tour
Talks, Tours

Join Lucius Sita, our resident auxiliary Roman soldier, for a guided introduction to Roman Glevum and the treasures, visible and hidden in the Museum of Gloucester. Why did the Romans settle here? What was ‘fast food’ for an auxiliary foot soldier? All this and more with Lucius as your guide…

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Medieval Mercenary Tour of the Eastgate Chamber
Jan 4
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Medieval Mercenary Tour of the Eastgate Chamber
Talks, Tours

Join our Medieval Mercenary Sir Miles for a fascinating visit underground to the Eastgate chamber. Find out all about its history including the myths and superstitions surrounding it…

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Talks, Tours
Burnley & Trowbridge: Behind the Scenes Tour of Museum Costume Collection
Feb 17
Talks, Tours
Burnley & Trowbridge: Behind the Scenes Tour of Museum Costume Collection
Talks, Tours

Join Angela Burnley & Brooke Welborn of Burnley & Trowbridge for a special Behind the Scenes Tour of the Costume collection held at the Museum of Gloucester. The collection was famously used by Janet Arnold for her book series 'Patterns of Fashion'.

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Behind the Scenes Tour with Burnley & Trowbridge
Feb 18
Talks, Tours
Behind the Scenes Tour with Burnley & Trowbridge
Talks, Tours

Ever pondered what goes on behind the scenes of a museum? Satiate your curiosity with our exclusive Behind the Scenes tour! Dive deep into the inner workings of our vibrant institution for an hour-long journey filled with intrigue and discovery.

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Talks, Tours
Burnley & Trowbridge: Behind the Scenes Tour of Museum Costume Collection
Feb 21
Talks, Tours
Burnley & Trowbridge: Behind the Scenes Tour of Museum Costume Collection
Talks, Tours

Join Angela Burnley & Brooke Welborn of Burnley & Trowbridge for a special Behind the Scenes Tour of the Costume collection held at the Museum of Gloucester. The collection was famously used by Janet Arnold for her book series 'Patterns of Fashion'.

Info + Tickets

Talks, Tours
Behind the Scenes Tour with Burnley & Trowbridge
Feb 24
Talks, Tours
Behind the Scenes Tour with Burnley & Trowbridge
Talks, Tours

Ever pondered what goes on behind the scenes of a museum? Satiate your curiosity with our exclusive Behind the Scenes tour! Dive deep into the inner workings of our vibrant institution for an hour-long journey filled with intrigue and discovery.

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Talks, Tours

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We’re looking for an Education Specialist!
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We’re looking for an Education Specialist!
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The Museum of Gloucester is seeking to hire a freelance education specialist to facilitate the development and implementation of a new, reimagined Museum-led schools programme as part of our core activity.

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Festive Fun Awaits at the Museum!
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Festive Fun Awaits at the Museum!
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The holiday season has arrived, and the Museum of Gloucester is brimming with warmth and wonder!

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We’re Hiring! A Visitor Experience Apprentice!
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We’re Hiring! A Visitor Experience Apprentice!
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Looking for a hands-on role where you can make a real difference? Join Gloucester City Council’s Cultural Services Team as a Level 3 Visitor Experience Apprentice!

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