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Join us for a wonderful Diwali celebration on Saturday 2 November, 6-8pm at the . Enjoy music, dance, storytelling, arts and crafts and more.

Tickets are £3 for adults and children. Head to the link below and book your ticket at Eventbrite.

Everyone welcome!

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Zine Making with the Art Collection!
7 Owengate Durham DH1 3HB
Tuesday 26 November 2024, 4-5.30pm

Come join us for a fun and creative afternoon of zine making at with Durham University's Art Collection! Let your imagination run wild as you create your own mini magazines filled with art and stories. And contribute to this years Student Art Prize zine, inspired by this years theme of....light! We will be printing and distributing the final zine as part of the prize programme.

No experience necessary - just bring your enthusiasm and we'll provide all the materials you need. Connect with fellow art lovers and unleash your inner artist at this hands-on event. Don't miss out on this opportunity to express yourself through the wonderful world of zines!

You can book your place on this free event through Eventbrite https://bit.ly/3ZBdlnN


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Are you interested in Japan? Come along and try origami, calligraphy and chopstick games on Friday 1 November, 10:30 to 4pm.

We can write your name in Japanese!

Students from Teikyo University of Japan will be on hand to help you.

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The Museum of Archaeology is proud to be a partner in organizing this year’s Nautical Archaeology Society Annual Conference, taking place in Durham!

Date: November 16-17, 2023
Location: Durham & Online

This year’s theme is "The Archaeology of Waterways", featuring talks by Gary Bankhead and the Museum of Archaeology’s curatorial team! Presentations will explore fascinating research from around the UK and the world on ancient and historic waterways.

Plus, enjoy a special programme of unique events on the Friday before and the Monday after the conference!

Find out more 👉 nauticalarchaeologysociety.org/annual-conference

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After being surveyed by “The Tree Association of Britain & Ireland” in the summer, the Botanic Garden now has confirmation that we have 2 National Champion trees and 67 Local (County Durham Champion trees) within the grounds.

Why don’t you come along and see the trees as they gain their Autumn colours!

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Looking for something to do with your little one? Little Dragons, our FREE under 5s group at the runs every Wednesday morning. These relaxed sessions include exploring the museum, crafts, stories, songs, and refreshments for little ones and grown ups. Visit the Eventbrite link to book your spot.

👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/little-dragons-tickets-154189899139?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Awesome Autumn drop-in workshop at the Oriental Museum
Saturday 5 October 2024, 1-3pm

Find out how autumn is celebrated in China and make a super cute autumn decoration.

This workshop is part of our regular free Saturday drop-in arts and crafts sessions for families with children aged 5-11 at the Oriental Museum. There is no need to book, just turn up and get creative!


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Booking is now open for our next Twilight Talk on the 24th October at 7 Owengate, titled 'Tales from Conservation, Surveying Collection Storage'.

Over the course of a year, two of the conservation team here at Durham completed a survey of all collection storage sites at Durham University, looking at a sample of over 3,000 objects or boxes of objects. This was part of a wider collection care project to identify the current condition of objects in our storage and where future improvements can be made.

Join us to learn more about the objects in our stores, best conservation practices for caring for these objects, and challenges faced along the way when completing a large-scale storage survey.

Please book via Eventbrite on the link below:

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Relaxed Family Activities: Clay Crafting at the Oriental Museum
Thursday 17 October 2024, 3-5pm

Come along to a relaxed family activity session for neurodiverse children and their families. Although the museum is open to the public, the galleries are generally quieter at this time, and the drawing activities take place in a room away from the main galleries with a reduced number of people taking part.

Families can experiment by pressing a range of materials like leaves and shells to make impressions in clay. Gloves will be available.

The Oriental Museum galleries will be open for you to explore, and there are lots of self-led resources available including storybooks for a range of ages, toys and a cushion-filled chill out room.

A limited number of sensory bags will be available too, which contain ear defenders,

These activities are generally suitable for children and young people aged 5 - 11 years, but older children are welcome. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Places are FREE, but limited, so booking is essential through Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3XH97IN

Each ticket is for a family group of up to 2 children and 2 adults.


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A reminder from today until Sunday 6th October we will be running walking tours of the World Heritage Site for our visitors.

Discover why Durham is such an important city, hear local tales and stories from the last 1000 years and find out more about the buildings on Palace Green and the wider peninsula.

Tours run at 12pm and 2pm. These tours will take place outdoors and in all weathers, so please dress appropriately and wear comfortable footwear. Tours are around 1 hour each.

Tickets can be pre-booked or booked on the day from Palace Green Library reception (please be aware availability is limited).

For information and to book please ring 0191 334 2932 or contact us at [email protected]

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VISITOR ANNOUNCEMENT

Durham Castle is closed for guided tours from today until Monday the 7th October, due to Freshers/orientation week for the start of the new academic year for Durham University.

Durham Castle is also a working college of Durham University and also hosts a variety of other functions, which the tour schedule must work around. For more information, please view our website or get in touch with the staff at Palace Green library on 10191 334 2932.

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Palace Green Library and it's associated displays - including the Museum of Archaeology and Durham World Heritage Site visitor Centre - is now reopened to the public following essential building works.

We thank you for your patience.

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Our new exhibition at the Oriental Museum is now open to view: 'Knitted Together: the Korean lives and legacies of Richard and Joan Rutt'.

Coinciding with the 70th anniversary of when Richard first arrived in Korea as a missionary in 1954, and 50 years since both Richard and Joan Rutt left Korea in 1974, the exhibition focuses on the influences of Korea on their lives, and the wide-ranging legacies of the couple.

The exhibition is set in three parts – a photography exhibition of Richard Rutt’s photographs of Korea taken between 1954 – 1974 that show the changing country and his life in South Korea first as a missionary, and then as Anglican Bishop of Daejeon. An installation in the permanent Korea Gallery focuses on the impact of the Rutt collection on the development of the Korean collection at the museum. This is complemented by a special temporary exhibition that focuses on the legacies that the Rutts’ had both as a result of their time in Korea, but also extending beyond this into literature, church history, and knitting.

The objects and photographs on display are from the permanent collection of the Oriental Museum, donated by Richard and Joan Rutt in 1991 and 2011, with additional pieces generously borrowed from the Rutt family archives.

The museum is open Tuesday - Friday 10am to 5pm, and 12 - 5pm Saturday and Sunday and is free entry throughout.

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From Monday 30th September until Sunday 6th October we will be running walking tours of the World Heritage Site for our visitors.

Discover why Durham is such an important city, hear local tales and stories from the last 1000 years and find out more about the buildings on Palace Green and the wider peninsula.

Tours run at 12pm and 2pm each day. Please note these tours are outdoors in all weather conditions, and each will take about an hour to complete, so please dress for comfort.

Tickets can be pre-booked or booked on the day from Palace Green Library reception (please be aware availability is limited).

For information and to book please ring 0191 334 2932 or contact us at [email protected]

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Happy Orientation Week to all new students at Durham University! Looking for something to do this weekend? Why not take a deep dive into the unique history of Durham at our student exhibition, ‘Under Durham: the Untold Stories’ at the Museum of Archaeology!

Curated by students of the MA Museum and Artefact Studies, the exhibition is a great place to start your Durham journey. Find out the stories behind various cool objects, like a mysterious note found in a bottle, a large cauldron, a pair of dentures and even an old Bovril jar!

The exhibition is open until 18 November, so now's your chance! Head on over the the Museum of Archaeology, at Palace Green Library, between the Cathedral and Durham Castle. (P.S.: Free entry for all!!)

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Our beautiful Botanic Garden has once again achieved a Gold Award in the Northumbria in Bloom Competition 2024. This annual competition recognises, encourages and rewards community groups who work together to transform their village, town or city, through gardening, environmental awareness and community support.

Peter Thomson, Manager of the Botanic Garden and Dave Profit, Head of Maintenance Services, accepted the Gold award in the 'Tourist, Visitor Attraction or Country Estate' category. This is a hotly contested category with other Gold winners including Auckland Walled Garden and Washington Old Hall and the overall category winner being Alnwick Gardens.

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We still have spaces left for our upcoming Twilight Talk this Thursday night from 5:30 - 6:30 in the Bishop's Dining Room at Durham Castle!

Join us for an enlightening talk as the curator of Durham Castle delves into the recent complex conservation project to protect and preserve the Norman Chapel, the oldest standing building in Durham City. Discover the history and ongoing preservation efforts of this nationally significant space.

This event is free and open to all, but booking is required. Secure your spot through Eventbrite or by calling Palace Green Library at 0191 334 2932.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/twilight-talk-preserving-the-norman-chapel-tickets-1021554907227?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_campaign=postpublish&utm_medium=sparkpost&utm_source=email

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VISITOR ANNOUNCEMENT

Due to essential building works taking place the coming week 23rd to the 27th September, Palace Green Library will be closed to public access. That includes all relevant venues including the Museum of Archaeology, Cosin's Library, and the World Heritage Site Visitor Centre.

Tours of Durham Castle on the Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday can still be purchased/pre-booked from 7 Owengate, on the opposite side of Palace Green from the Library building, as our staff will operate from there on those days.

The building will reopen to the public from Saturday the 28th September. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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Twilight Talk - Preserving the Norman Chapel

Date: 26 September 2024 Time: 5.30-6.30
Location: Bishop’s Dining Room, Durham Castle

Join us for an enlightening talk as the curator of Durham Castle delves into the recent complex conservation project to protect and preserve the Norman Chapel, the oldest standing building in Durham City. Discover the history and ongoing preservation efforts of this nationally significant space.

This event is free and open to all, but booking is required. Secure your spot through Eventbrite or by calling Palace Green Library at 0191 334 2932.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/twilight-talk-preserving-the-norman-chapel-tickets-1021554907227?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_campaign=postpublish&utm_medium=sparkpost&utm_source=email

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Horse Play at the Oriental Museum
Drop-in Saturday 21 September 2024, 1-3pm

See the magnificent horse on display in the China Gallery and make a hobby horse. This workshop is part of our regular free Saturday drop-in arts and crafts sessions for families with children aged 5-11 at the Oriental Museum. There is no need to book, just turn up and get creative!


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Visitor Announcement

Due to essential conservation work taking place and University Open Days, Durham Castle is closed for guided tours between Wednesday 18th to Saturday 21st September. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Tours will resume on Sunday 22nd September from 11:15 am.

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The Toy Box exhibition has officially wrapped up. Thank you all for your support. But don't worry, the fun isn't over yet!

You can still tune in to our Spotify Podcast to continue your journey through the world of toys and games.
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A reminder that today Heritage Open Days returns to Durham Castle!

Tours are completely free of charge today, but spaces are issued on a first come, first served basis and are limited, so get in quick as they won't last long!

Tours run at 11:15, 12:15, 13:15, 14:15, 15:15, and 16:15 today. Please book your spots at Palace Green Library reception.

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Due to unforeseen circumstances, Cosin's Library will not be open for viewing this weekend. Entry to the Library will resume from Thursday 19th September, 11 am - 3 pm.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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Eternal Ascent: Bentley Beetham and the 1924 Mount Everest Expedition at the Durham University Oriental Museum ends this Sunday, 15 September 2024

This exhibition marks the centenary of the 1924 Mount Everest Expedition, the first Western, and ultimately tragic, attempt to climb the highest mountain in the world. The story is told from the perspective of one man, Bentley Beetham, using pictures selected from his large collection of photographs and glass lantern slides taken during the course of the expedition.

The Oriental Museum is open Tuesday - Friday 10am - 5pm and at the weekend the opening hours are 12-5pm. Entrance is free.

You can also see the exhibition online: https://bit.ly/4d4QmEI


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