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Read the latest news stories about the Dorset Museum.
The last 3 years have been busy redeveloping the new Museum into a world-class heritage attraction.
Come with us on this journey and we’ll share our news with you from exhibitions, acquisitions, awards, and everyday Museum life here in Dorset.
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June 14, 2024
Lord Fellowes joins Dorset Museum & Art Gallery as new nominated President of the Society
Dorset Museum & Art Gallery is excited to announce that Lord Fellowes of West Stafford, D.L., the multi-award-winning screenwriter, actor, novelist and director, will be…
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Archaeology
May 31, 2024
Acquiring History: Treasure Arrives at Dorset Museum & Art Gallery
Treasure items arrive at Dorset Museum & Art Gallery after the funding target was reached for purchasing the Stalbridge Middle Bronze Age Hoard and Charlton…
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News
March 6, 2024
Free Wedding Fair returns to Dorset Museum & Art Gallery this April
On Sunday 14 April 2024, between 11:00am and 3:00pm, join us at Dorset Museum & Art Gallery for our annual Wedding Fair. This year, things…
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News
January 10, 2024
Dorset Museum & Art Gallery has been awarded a grant of approximately £250K by The National Lottery Heritage Fund
The Dorset Museum & Art Gallery is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a generous grant of £250k from the National Lottery Heritage…
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Appeal
November 2, 2023
Stalbridge Middle Bronze Age Hoard Appeal
UPDATE: We’re delighted that we have now reached our funding target for this item. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this appeal. There…
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Appeal
November 2, 2023
Charlton Marshall Gold Stater Hoard Appeal
Dorset Museum & Art Gallery is hoping to acquire a group of 40 gold stater coins found at Charlton Marshall, dating to the 2nd century…
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Appeal
November 2, 2023
Elisabeth Frink: A View from Within | Fundraising Appeal
Dorset Museum & Art Gallery are seeking donations to help raise a shortfall in exhibition costs for the forthcoming major exhibition Elisabeth Frink: A View…
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News
October 12, 2023
VisitEngland Gold Visitor Attraction Accolade for Dorset Museum & Art Gallery
Dorset Museum & Art Gallery has achieved official recognition as one of the top tourist destinations in the region. It has earned the prestigious gold…
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News
September 19, 2023
Getting back to nature with a FREE science-based workshop at Dorset Museum
As part of a national project, Dorset Museum is offering schools free curriculum-linked workshops. Aimed at Key Stage 2, pupils will gain a unique…
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