What’s On

Creative and inquisitive minds will love all the events and activities happening at Dorset Museum.

From weekend fun to expert insights, there’s something for everyone, all year round.

Explore our incredible collections on a tour of our four stunning galleries, or of our new Collections Discovery Centre.

Maybe you’d like to get up close to historic objects in handling sessions or hear an expert talk about what fascinates them.

Spark your imagination with bookable art and craft session or a facilitated workshop with a local artist.

 

  • Opening hours:

    Dorset Museum & Art Gallery
    Daily: 10.00am - 5.00pm

    TASTE Café
    Daily: 9.00am - 4.00pm
    Sunday: 10:00am - 4:00pm

  • Admissions:

    10% discount for Adult and Young Person Unlimited Ticket booked online using discount code DM01

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  • Dorset Museum

    High West Street
    Dorchester DT1 1XA

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  • For more information
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Exhibitions

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Past Exhibitions

Take a look at our past exhibitions held at the Dorset Museum over recent years

Your Visit

“Fantastic number of artefacts presented in one place.”
Melissa
“Wonderful experience loved it all.”
Lesley
“Amazing Museum lots of history.”
Estefania
“A super experience!”
Ann and Trevor
“An absolutely incredible museum. One of the best I’ve ever been in.”
Norman and Christine