Family (under 5s)
November 20, 2023
Storytime at the Museum
Come and join us for Storytime in our Community Space at the Museum. Hear fabulous tales about dinosaurs and animals.
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November 20, 2023
Storytime at the Museum
Come and join us for Storytime in our Community Space at the Museum. Hear fabulous tales about dinosaurs and animals.
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November 19, 2023
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Wildlife Photographer of the Year, the world-famous exhibition from the Natural History Museum, is returning to Dorset Museum & Art Gallery
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November 2, 2023
Elf Workshop
The Elves need your help in the workshop. Join them and lend a hand! You're invited to embark on a magical journey filled with Christmas crafts, fun activities, and the chance to learn all the secrets of the elves
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October 3, 2023
Halloween Fun | ArtyFacts
Make your own spooky pumpkin lantern complete with lid in clay inspired by some of the funny faces from around the museum and have a go at our museum face pumpkin trail!
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September 15, 2023
Museums After Dark 2023
Discover three incredible Dorchester museums on one unforgettable night.
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August 3, 2023
The Askerswell Hoard
Discover a rare Roman coin hoard recently acquired by Dorset Museum, and find out about the work going on to preserve, research and catalogue it, in this special showcase display outside the Collections Discovery Centre.
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July 31, 2023
Roman Town House Tours
A guided tour of one of the best examples of a Roman Town House in England.
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July 31, 2023
Roman Town House Tours
A guided tour of one of the best examples of a Roman Town House in England.
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