Museum of Archaeology
Sadie Pearson
Durham University’s specialist museum showcases an exhibition which ranges from the prehistory to modern times, charting the history of Durham.
What's on near Museum of Archaeology
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Lumiere Festival
For over a decade, Lumiere Festival has been lighting up Durham’s public spaces with mesmerising installations and interactive artworks.
free entry
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Jade Sweeting: 900 Miles (From Home) at Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art
Powerful, intimate and defiant, 900 Miles (From Home) offers outsiders a rare, empathetic glimpse into this often veiled subculture.
free entry
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Mike Nelson: Hybrid Scripts at Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art
Drawing on science fiction and dark political histories, ‘Hybrid Scripts’ invites viewers to enter profound and uncanny alternate realities.
free entry
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Michael Rakowitz: The Waiting Gardens of the North at Baltic
Michael Rakowitz considers the impact of conflict and displacement in his show ‘The Waiting Gardens of the North’ at Baltic.
free entry
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Project Art Works: Residential at Baltic
‘Residential’ promises to be a vibrant exhibition of large-scale paintings celebrating neurodiverse artists and caregivers across the North East.
free entry
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Larry Achiampong: Wayfinder at Baltic
Baltic presents ‘Wayfinder’, a major exhibition from artist Larry Achiampong, focusing on colonial histories and digital identities.
free entry
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Valérie Wartelle: Closer Still at The Biscuit Factory
A beautiful collection of felted artworks, with a unique chance to engage with Valérie herself, as she conducts live demonstrations.
free entry
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Matt Rugg: Connecting Form
The first major retrospective of the work of the British abstract artist and teacher Matt Rugg (1935-2020). Previously unknown works will display alongside iconic pieces.
free entry
Where to go near Museum of Archaeology
Durham
Durham Castle
Durham Castle, initially constructed following the Norman Invasion, now offers guided tours around its historic site, which is also student accommodation.
Durham
Assembly Rooms Theatre
In the heart of Durham, a stone’s throw from the cathedral, is Assembly Rooms Theatre, an historic building showcasing theatre throughout the year.
Durham
The Mugwump
The Mugwump is a unique boutique on Saddler Street. With a history stretching back to 1966, when it was founded by two art school graduates, it has grown to have something for everyone. The ambition of The Mugwump is to find the most wonderful clothing, glassworks, ceramics, and gifts that can be purchased and bring it together under one roof for all to enjoy and be owned by you.
Durham
The Cellar Door
The Cellar Door is a premium restaurant built into an old 13th century baker shop enjoying wonderful, wooded views over the River Wear.
Durham
Fat Hippo
Founded in 2010, Fat Hippo offers signature burgers and indulgent desserts at purse-friendly price points.
Durham
The People’s Bookshop
The People’s Bookshop sits one of the alleyways that comes off Saddler Street and is a hidden gem and a treat for the book lover. Away from the bustle of the main streets, it is a treasure trove of books from all areas and periods and encourages those to enter to discover a whole new theme of knowledge through the book that they have purchased.
Durham
Gavin Shelley Jewellery
Within the side alleys of Saddlers’ Yard, there is a small shop that many would pass by, but holds a wonderful surprise for those who go in. Going to Gavin Shelley Jewellery you will be able to see a fantastic range of items from rings to pendants, and earrings, it is likely that the piece you are looking to buy has been made by him.
Durham
Vennels Café
Vennels Café is a fantastic venue in the heart of Durham, steeped in the charming history of the city. The word “vennel” comes from a corruption of the French word for an alleyway and the vennels in Durham are the alleyways that date back to the medieval city.
North East
The Durham
A home for theatre in Durham, showcasing many talents such as those of the Durham Dramatic Society at greatly affordable prices.
Durham
Nadon Thai
Nadon Thai is part of an independent chain of restaurants with a menu with a traditional and modern palette with a passion for Thai food.
Durham
Tango
Tango is an independent restaurant providing the best in comfort food with a varied burger menu and in-house deserts.
Durham
Durham Cathedral
Durham Cathedral dates back to an Anglo-Saxon cathedral in 995AD, and was the first in England to have a vaulted stone roof.
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