Workshop

Creative Journeys Through Time

June 26, 2023

Creative Journeys Through Time | 6 week art workshop with Helen Garrett

Designed for adults interested in art, prehistory and archaeology, and running as a six-week block, this course is an exciting opportunity to get up close with some extraordinary artefacts in the collection at Dorset Museum.

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Critter Clan

January 30, 2023

The Critter Clan presents Plagues, Pests & Parasites! 🕷️

Imagine watching “Horrible Histories” but with some of nature’s weirdest creatures and discovering their impact on us as humans, be it useful or indeed a little bit gruesome!

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Family Science Fair

January 30, 2023

⚗️Family Science Day 🔭

Come and meet a real scientist! Get involved with some fascinating hands-on learning and experiments.

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Beer Masterclass

December 19, 2022

Beer Masterclass

Sample 4 different beers !!! Delve into the wonderful world of craft beer and discover lots of different styles and tastes, plus enjoy some interesting facts and beer stories from our resident beer expert!

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November 9, 2022

I Grew Up 80s | Jukebox Workshop

Vinyl Van in collaboration with Dorset Museum will open its doors from 4-6pm in our iconic Victorian Hall and invite customers to take part in a Juke Box session and choose songs from the extensive range of records from the shop.

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November 9, 2022

I Grew Up 80s | Joy of Decks

Vinyl Van in collaboration with Dorset Museum will open its doors from 7.30 – 10 pm in our iconic Victorian Hall and invite customers to take over the decks, spinning their favorite tunes as part of a special 1980s-themed Joy of Decks event.

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Halloween ArtyFacts Workshops

September 29, 2022

Halloween ArtyFacts

Make spooky pumpkin prints inspired by objects in the museum.

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Halloween ArtyFacts Workshops

September 29, 2022

Halloween ArtyFacts

Make spooky pumpkin prints inspired by objects in the museum.

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Big Draw 2022

September 26, 2022

The Big Draw at Dorset Museum

Come and take part in our Big Draw event at Dorset Museum. Inspired by the natural world around us, colour and natural forms, help us create a giant collage in the style of Henri Rousseau to display in one of our galleries.

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