News
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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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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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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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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Elisabeth Frink
September 8, 2023
Dorset Museum are looking for volunteer stewards for upcoming exhibition
Dorset Museum are looking for new volunteers to support the stewarding of a major new exhibition opening on 2 December 2023. Elisabeth Frink: A View…
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Elisabeth Frink
September 4, 2023
Dorset Museum presents major exhibition of Elisabeth Frink’s Dorset life and work
An exhibition that will reveal an intimate portrait of the celebrated British sculptor Elisabeth Frink is to open at the beginning of December at Dorset…
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Archaeology
August 10, 2023
A rare Roman coin hoard acquired by Dorset Museum in 2022 has gone on display
The hoard of Roman coins was found in the parish of Askerswell in West Dorset in 2017 during a metal detecting rally. A selection…
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July 12, 2023
Vikings invade Dorset Museum as part of special events during the Festival of Archaeology
Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the Vikings at Dorset Museum on Sunday 16 July 2023. This is part of a series of special…
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July 3, 2023
Kids go free every day of the year at Dorset Museum
Dorset Museum is delighted to announce that from Monday 3rd July all children under 17 will be able to come and enjoy 250 million years…
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June 5, 2023
Dorset Museum will now hold wedding ceremonies at the Roman Town House in Dorchester
Dorset Museum has extended its wedding portfolio and are now able to hold outdoor wedding ceremonies at the Roman Town House in Dorchester. Just a…
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