What’s on
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.
RPS International Photography Exhibition (IPE)165
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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Glosty’s Christmas Trail
Glosty's Christmas Trail will launch on the 16 November with the Christmas Lantern Parade and Christmas Light Switch-on, and will run until 5 January 2025.
After a few years visiting his Great Uncle Frosty and cousins in snowier climes, Glosty the Snowman has returned to Gloucester, and he has been visiting various places in the city.
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Medieval Mercenary 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…
Burnley & Trowbridge: Behind the Scenes Tour of Museum Costume Collection
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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Burnley & Trowbridge: Behind the Scenes Tour of Museum Costume Collection
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
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.
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.
Culture Club - Secrets of the Museum: Gloucestershire in 10 Objects
Join us for an exclusive event where you will meet Elizabeth Johansson- Hartley, the esteemed Head Curator of the museum, and delve into the fascinating, weird, and wonderful items discovered in Gloucester and its surrounding areas.
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The History of Buildings in Gloucester with Andrew Armstrong
Join us at the museum for an exclusive after-work event featuring our latest exhibition, Brick History.
Enjoy a special viewing of the exhibit, followed by an engaging talk with city archaeologist Andrew Armstrong.
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…
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.
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!
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.
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.
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…
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…
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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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.
Gloucestershire Troopers in Gloucester!
Gloucestershire Troopers in Gloucester!
On Saturday 24 June, please note that we are inviting the fabulous Gloucestershire Troopers to ‘open’ 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.
Rush Brothers - Life Drawing and Pottery
Join the Rush Brothers for an evening of life drawing and pottery.
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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…