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HengeFest

June 7, 2023

HengeFest 2023

A FREE family fun day in Maumbury Rings with activities that celebrate the sacred history of the space and its vibrant history.

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Beaver

June 2, 2023

The return of beavers to Dorset | Stephen Oliver

History was made in February 2021 when Dorset Wildlife Trust released a pair of Eurasian beavers - Castor fiber - into an enclosed site as part of a scientific study to assess the impact beavers have on their environment.

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Jon Woolcot

May 15, 2023

Real Dorset | Jon Woolcott

In this lecture, let Jon Woolcott take you on an amusing whistle-stop tour through some of the discoveries and oddities that make Dorset unique.

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Collections-Discovery-Centre-Tour

May 9, 2023

Collections Discovery Centre Tour

Join our Collections Team for an opportunity to explore behind the scenes in the Museum’s Collections Discovery Centre.

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Polar Frame © Dmitry Kokh, Wildlife Photographer of the Year

May 5, 2023

Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Wildlife Photographer of the Year, the world-famous exhibition from the Natural History Museum, is coming to Dorset Museum this summer.

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Make the Most of Your Makeup Bag

April 17, 2023

Make the Most of Your Makeup Bag

Have you got a bag full of make-up that you don’t use? Do you keep buying new bits with no idea what to do with them? Local make-up artist Kirsten Sare is an expert in natural make-up and has years of experience working in TV, film, and with private clients. She will share hints, tips, and demos to help you learn new skills and make the most of the makeup you already have!

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Decorate your Denim

April 17, 2023

Decorate your Denim

Join Molly from Upkeep sewing and Jazz from The Slow Lanes as they teach you how to update your old or second-hand denim with some creative upcycling techniques.

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ReThink Fashion Show

April 16, 2023

ReThink Sustainable Fashion Show

As part of a new event ReThink Fashion Dorchester, we are hosting a sustainable fashion show where we'll be showcasing some amazing 'slow fashion', upcycled, and thrifted creations. The evening will include a panel of sustainable fashion experts, a runway show, and a small sale - with delicious refreshments!

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Map of Dorchester by John Speed 1611

April 16, 2023

An Imaginary Walk through 17th Century Dorchester

An informative talk with slides, we will explore relevant artefacts in Dorset Museum’s galleries.

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