What's on culture
Below you can find a guide to some of the most exciting cultural events happening throughout Middlesbrough this year. You can also follow the link on the right to library events
What's on at the Dorman Museum 2008
| Exhibition | Description | Dates (2008) |
|---|---|---|
| Punjab Journey | The changing human landscape of the Punjab captured by local man Araf Chohan. Includes personal stories about the Partition of India from people now living on Teesside. (ground floor corridor) | June 10th to Sept 7th |
| War & Pieces | A combined exhibition of photographs of Iraq by local soldier- photographer Ian Forsyth and the broken legacy of Gertrude Bell, founder of the Baghdad Museum. (first floor gallery) | July 15th to Aug 31st |
| Medieval Machines | Glimpse life in the Middle Ages by trying your hand at weaving and printing, operating a water wheel, assembling an early clock or knocking down castle walls. Super summer holiday interactives for all ages to enjoy! (ground floor gallery) | July 5th to Aug 31st |
| Activities | ||
| Activity Sheet | To go with our exhibition 'North Face', from the National Portrait Gallery in London, we have devised a free portrait activity for you to try out your drawing skills. | |
| Material Experience | Each workshop themed with different materials Every Wednesday and Friday 1-3pm | July 30th to 22nd Aug |
| Trails | ||
The museum has 3 children's trails to follow throughout the museum:
Great value at only 5p each. Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult to gain entry to the museum. |
For further information visit www.dormanmuseum.co.uk
Contact us
Dorman Museum,
Linthorpe Road,
Middlesbrough
Tel: 01642 813781
Email: dormanmuseum@middlesbrough.gov.uk
| Days | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday-Sunday | 9.30am-5.00pm |
We are also open Easter Monday and May Bank Holiday Monday. Entry is free. Full disabled access and facilities.