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Civic Trust Tours: Roman Gloucester Walks
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.
Civic Trust Tours: Eastgate Chamber
Discover the Eastgate Chamber Roman walls , a medieval gate tower and a 16th century horsepool with a Civic Trust Tour Guide…
Small Ships Trail
Ahead of our Brick History Exhibition in June and to celebrate Tall Ships sailing into the city this month, join us this May Half-term for nautical and LEGO® themed fun including our Small Ships trail, Pirate dressing up and LEGO® drop-in sessions!
Behind the Scenes Tour
Join us for an in insightful and unique tour of the museum galleries and storage areas seldom seen at the Museum of Gloucester with the Collections Team.
Little Brick Builders
Welcome to LEGO® Club for the under-5's! Join us for a delightful session of relaxed play and creativity with LEGO® bricks in the museum.
Bigger Brick Builders
Welcome to Bigger Brick Builders! It's time for older kids to unleash their creativity and building skills with LEGO® bricks in our museum.
Roman Soldier Tour of the Eastgate Chamber
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.
Glorious Glevum Tour
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…
Brick History Exhibition (LEGO®)
Build memories brick by brick at our captivating LEGO® exhibition, where iconic moments and figures are vividly brought to life. From Mozart to Martin Luther King Jr., from the Big Bang to DNA, and from mobile phones to moon landings, experience history on a relatable, human scale.
Doc Saurus: Festival of Archaeology
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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RPS International Photography Exhibition (IPE)164
Step into our captivating display and immerse yourself in the powerful narratives conveyed through the art of photography. Explore an array of thought-provoking themes including identity, culture, gender, environmental issues, and much more.
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Reggie the Raptor’s Trail Through Time
Calling all adventurers! Join us for an exciting quest with Reggie the Raptor at the Museum of Gloucester!
Roar-some Dinosaur Egg Hunt
Get egg-cited for a dino-mite adventure this Easter at the Museum of Gloucester!
Medieval Tour of the Eastgate Chamber
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…
Discovery sessions
Enjoy a friendly chat with Museum experts on a range of fascinating historical topics relevant to the Collections at the Museum of Gloucester.
Winter Lantern Workshop
Join us for an enchanting experience where creativity shines bright! Our Arty Lantern Decorating Workshops are the perfect opportunity for families to come together and craft their own dazzling lanterns to adorn their homes.
Winter Lantern Workshop
Join us for an enchanting experience where creativity shines bright! Our Arty Lantern Decorating Workshops are the perfect opportunity for families to come together and craft their own dazzling lanterns to adorn their homes.
New Beginnings
Embark on a creative journey at the Museum of Gloucester with the next session of New Beginnings upcycling workshop! This workshop invites participants to upcycle, create, and mend with the guidance of talented artists. Join us in breathing new life into clothes generously donated by The Great Western Air Ambulance Charity.
History of Pockets
Step into the captivating world of pockets! Join us for an intriguing talk delving into the rich history behind these essential accessories. Explore our museum's curated collection of diverse pockets, each with its own story and significance throughout various eras.
Behind the Scenes Tour
Join us for an in insightful and unique tour of the museum galleries and storage areas seldom seen at the Museum of Gloucester with the Collections Team.
Make Your Own: Buttons and Patches Workshop
Discover the joy of crafting with local artist Katie Taylor at the Museum of Gloucester's Derby Button Craft Workshop! In this hands-on workshop, participants will have the opportunity to create their own unique Dorset Button to take home.
Lunch and Learn series: Life in the Roman army
Our Lunch and Learn series is back at the museum! We will guide you through specially selected areas of our collection in this series of one-hour talks on selected Wednesday lunchtimes this Autumn and next Spring…
Christmas Stocking Workshop
Get into the festive spirit with a unique Christmas stocking upcycling event at the Museum of Gloucester! Join us for a creative afternoon led by the talented artist, Sam Bates, from the JOLT community. This event is not only an opportunity to craft a personalised Christmas stocking but also a chance to contribute to sustainability by repurposing old ties.
Badge Making Workshop
Are you searching for a family-friendly activity to enjoy over the weekend? Look no further! Join us at the Museum of Gloucester for a delightful morning filled with creativity. Our Badge-making Workshop, inspired by the current exhibition Buttons, Badges, and Blazers, offers a unique opportunity for families to come together for a morning of crafting holiday badges.
Magical Winter Lantern Trail
Embark on a quest to find all of the twinkling lanterns hidden around the museum and collect a special prize at the end! Come in from the cold and create unforgettable memories at the Museum of Gloucester this winter.
Discovery sessions
Enjoy a friendly chat with Museum experts on a range of fascinating historical topics relevant to the Collections at the Museum of Gloucester.
Behind the Scenes Tour
Join us for an in insightful and unique tour of the museum galleries and storage areas seldom seen at the Museum of Gloucester with the Collections Team.
Buttons, Badges and Blazers: Curator and Artist Talk
Come and join us for our Curator and Artist Talk with Elizabeth Johansson-Hartley and artists Sam Bates and Katie Taylor to celebrate the our Buttons, Badges & Blazers Exhibition!
Lunch and Learn series: Highlights of the costume collection
Our Lunch and Learn series is back at the museum! We will guide you through specially selected areas of our collection in this series of one-hour talks on selected Wednesday lunchtimes this Autumn and next Spring…
Buttons, Badges and Blazers
Curated from the city’s costume collection of over 4,500 items, this Arts Council England funded exhibition on Saturday 21 October 2023 and running until Sunday 7 January 2024.
Behind the Scenes Tour
Join us for an in insightful and unique tour of the museum galleries and storage areas seldom seen at the Museum of Gloucester with the Collections Team.
Gloucestershire Troopers in Gloucester again!
Gloucestershire Troopers are back in Gloucester for the final time this year!
On Saturday 30 September, we are inviting the fabulous Gloucestershire Troopers to ‘close’ the May The Toys Be With You exhibition…
Discovery sessions
Enjoy a friendly chat with Museum experts on a range of fascinating historical topics relevant to the Collections at the Museum of Gloucester.
Behind the Scenes Tour
Join us for an in insightful and unique tour of the museum galleries and storage areas seldom seen at the Museum of Gloucester with the Collections Team.
My Gloucester Discovery
Greg Jenner, Helen Carr and Yasmin Khan are just some of Britain’s leading historians who‘ve been filmed meeting their own special treasure at the Museum of Gloucester this year. In this event, Janina Ramirez joins one of Britain’s most admired medieval historians, Henry III expert David Carpenter, and City Archaeologist Andrew Armstrong to discuss their own favourite discoveries live at Blackfriars Priory…
Behind the Scenes Tour
Join us for an in insightful and unique tour of the museum galleries and storage areas seldom seen at the Museum of Gloucester with the Collections Team.
Roman Soldier Tour of the Eastgate Chamber
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.
Discovery Sessions
Enjoy a friendly chat with Museum experts on a range of fascinating historical topics relevant to the Collections at the Museum of Gloucester.
Herbs, Healing & The Natural Environment Events
Local herbs for local people for local healing. Complementing events programme to the new Community Gallery exhibition.
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Healing Herbs Symposium
The Healing Herbs Symposium shares information and practices explored in the Community Gallery exhibition Herbs, Healing and the Natural Environment.
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Herbs, Healing & The Natural Environment
Local herbs for local people for local healing. Learn more about the plants that grew in Gloucester, explore how we can use plants to heal ourselves, discover art inspired by sacred geometry and understand medicine & history with community practitioners…
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