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Bishop Auckland Town Hall

27-03-2012 - 27-03-2012

Elizabeth studied at Chetham’s School of Music until 2008 and is currently studying with Helen Krizos...

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Talk by Chris Myers

27-03-2012 - 27-03-2012

A talk by Chris Myers, the Town Centres Development Manager for Durham County Council.

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Freddie Starr

PLAYHOUSE, Whitley Bay

26-03-2012 - 27-03-2012

Madcap legend that is Freddie Starr is back from Australia and will be thrilling new audiences during...

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Bette and Joan

Darlington Civic Theatre

27-03-2012 - 31-03-2012

Renowned actresses Anita Dobson and Greta Scacchi step into the shoes of legendary rivals Bette Davis...

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42nd Street

Gala Theatre and Cinema

27-03-2012 - 31-03-2012

One of the most popular musicals ever written comes to Gala courtesy of Durham Musical Theatre Company....

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The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (12A)

23-03-2012 - 28-03-2012

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel follows a group of British retirees who decide to 'outsource' their retirement...

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Once Upon a Time in Anatolia

23-03-2012 - 29-03-2012

Winning the Grand Prix at Cannes 2011, this haunting journey into the heart of darkness in Turkey is...

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Rampart (15)

23-03-2012 - 29-03-2012

Director Oren Moverman (The Messenger) and author of L.A Confidential James Ellroy present a brutally...

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The Kid With A Bike (12A)

23-03-2012 - 29-03-2012

Critically acclaimed filmmakers, the Dardenne brothers (The Silence Of Lorna) return with an edge-of-your-seat...

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I Dreamed a Dream ©

Theatre Royal Newcastle

23-03-2012 - 31-03-2012

“I am thrilled to be a part of the musical about my life story and very much looking forward to stepping...

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The Hunger Games (12A)

23-03-2012 - 04-04-2012

Based on the first novel in the bestselling The Hunger Games trilogy by Suzanne Collins, this breathtaking...

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The Snail and The Whale

Great North Museum: Hancock

26-03-2012 - 07-04-2012

Tall Stories return to ARC following their sell out performances of Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, Something...

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Reflections of Self

Queen's Hall Hexham

24-03-2012 - 21-04-2012

The exhibition presents women's visual narratives, as told through self-portraits or portraits of others. The...

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The Great North Build

12-03-2012 - 14-04-2012

What makes somewhere a good place to live? The Great North Build gives you the chance to answer this...

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Silver Singers in Wooler - Taster Course

20,000 Voices

23-02-2012 - 29-03-2012

With Veronica Gilbert The Cheviot Centre, Wooler Veronica Gilbert will lead six sessions to introduce...

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Stalks and Stems (6 week hobby course)

Lamplight Arts Centre

23-02-2012 - 29-03-2012

If it's better bouquets you're after, come along and plant yourself down at Stalks and Stems. This special...

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Rosie Villers-Stuart

Queen's Hall Hexham

17-03-2012 - 21-04-2012

Rosie Villiers – Stuart is a landscape and wildlife painter, living and working in the North Pennines....

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2012 Just Life Drawing Classes

Mushroom Works

20-02-2012 - 28-03-2012

Join Mushroom Works for their weekly life drawing class. This is an untutored group where you just...

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2012 Tutored Life Drawing Classes

Mushroom Works

21-02-2012 - 29-03-2012

The course will be covering the approach to drawing rather than method or technique. Every artist has...

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Leonardo Da Vinci: Man and Machine

Great North Museum: Hancock

12-03-2012 - 23-04-2012

Leonardo Da Vinci – painter, sculptor, musician, scientist, inventor, engineer, mathematician, architect,...

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Nomen Nudum: Naked Name

01-03-2012 - 13-04-2012

Don's miss the chance to see the brand new exhibition by artist Dawn Felicia Knox on show in the library...

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Inspired by...

Shipley Art Gallery

28-02-2012 - 16-04-2012

Inspired by… is a new exhibition of impressive work by ceramics students at Newcastle College. All...

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Un-dress: Re-dress

Arts Centre Washington

08-02-2012 - 07-04-2012

Science and design come together in an exhibition of innovation in contemporary costume. Using ‘smart...

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Museum Mice

Great North Museum: Hancock

23-02-2012 - 26-04-2012

Join the Museum Mice every Thursday in the Mouse House 10.30am-11.30am with Gallery Interprer Kathryn...

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Helen Edling Marvellous travels on water and land

Globe Gallery

24-03-2012 - 26-05-2012

Edling's new works effortlessly span a multitude of spheres. Her creations whisper tales of fantastical...

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Yvette Hawkins Forty three houses and a Ford Escort

Globe Gallery

23-03-2012 - 26-05-2012

Forty three houses and a Ford Escort presents a personal interpretation through distinctive modular...

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AV Festival 12: Torsten Lauschmann

01-03-2012 - 06-05-2012

Torsten Lauschmann’s critically acclaimed work has been described as too slow to be film, and too...

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Recycled Glass Jewellery

22-01-2012 - 30-03-2012

Create a beautiful brooch, necklace or bracelet from recycled glass bottles and jars or other items....

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Salsa Beginners

10-01-2012 - 27-03-2012

Salsa is a fiery and flirtatious style of dance. Whether you come with friends, a partner or alone,...

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SPECTRUM: Animation Club for young people

14-01-2012 - 31-03-2012

SPECTRUM NGC's digital art club for young people. During 12 sessions you will create and develop animation...

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Make-it

11-02-2012 - 29-04-2012

Brand new exploratory activities! Make-it Interactive Zone - Saturday 11 February - Sunday 29 April Lots...

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AV Festival 12 - Julien Maire

Hatton Gallery

02-03-2012 - 19-05-2012

This is the first UK solo exhibition by leading international new media artist Julien Maire. Responding...

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AV Festival 12: Julien Maire

Hadrian's Wall

02-03-2012 - 19-05-2012

This is the first UK solo exhibition by leading international new media artist Julien Maire. Responding...

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Shakespeare in Art

28-01-2012 - 21-04-2012

To celebrate the 175th birthday of Newcastle’s Theatre Royal in 2012, the Laing will host an exhibition...

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Yvette Hawkins Places our paths might cross

Globe Gallery

03-03-2012 - 26-05-2012

In Places our paths might cross, Hawkins traces real and imagined journeys through layers of folds...

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19th Century Art in Newcastle

Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art

11-02-2012 - 06-05-2012

During the 19th century, Newcastle was home to a thriving art world. This exhibition explores the work...

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Bob Levene: Inertial Frame

01-03-2012 - 26-05-2012

Part of AV Festival 2012: 'As Slow as Possible' Bob Levene's works ask us to re-imagine how we conceive...

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Free Guided Tours

14-01-2012 - 14-04-2012

The Tyneside Cinema is a unique and historic building that’s well worth seeing first-hand. You...

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Medieval Mixture

20,000 Voices

28-01-2012 - 28-04-2012

Join this friendly, enthusiastic group to enjoy singing medieval & renaissance music. Some sight reading...

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Life Drawing

Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art

23-02-2012 - 24-05-2012

One hour evening sessions focusing on life drawing skills. Materials provided. No experience necessary.Clothed...

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James Benning: 'One Way to Boogie Woogie'

01-03-2012 - 01-06-2012

James Benning is a veteran American film-maker who is recognized as one of the pioneers of independent...

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Once upon a time...

10-02-2012 - 18-05-2012

When10 Feb – 18 May 2012 Where City Library, Newcastle upon Tyne (map) Description Level...

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Once upon a time...

10-02-2012 - 18-05-2012

Level 4, City Library A display of beautifully illustrated classic books for children, including children’s...

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20th Century Paintings

28-02-2012 - 05-06-2012

This small display shows works from Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens’ collection which were...

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Classics

11-02-2012 - 20-05-2012

Life’s classic hands on exhibits will once again be in use, including the sound mirrors, magnet table,...

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Ancient Wisdom

11-02-2012 - 20-05-2012

Find out what the ancients did for us. Shoot down a castle wall with a Roman catapult and see how...

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Pigs Might Fly

27-03-2012 - 08-07-2012

Enjoy ‘Angry Birds the Revenge’, where the ‘pigs’ try to get their own back by finding increasingly clever...

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Northern City Renaissance

Killhope - The North Of England Lead Mining Museum

21-01-2012 - 06-05-2012

Centred on Sting’s commissioned painting 'Northern City Renaissance, Newcastle, England' (2004-2008)...

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Sunlit Pleasures: Painting in Newlyn & St Ives

02-02-2012 - 22-05-2012

Between about 1880 and 1930, the small Cornish fishing village of Newlyn became a magnet for artists....

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The Railway Rascals

09-02-2012 - 31-05-2012

Thursdays from 10.15 – 11.30am (during term-time) Join Geraldine for stories, singing and fun craft...

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Public Conservation of Sunderland Art Collection

16-02-2012 - 07-06-2012

Visitors will be able to watch as delicate conservation work is carried out on paintings from the Sunderland...

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Olympic Posters

11-02-2012 - 05-06-2012

The 1972 Munich Olympic Games was supported, for the first time, by an advertising campaign using posters...

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Sun Down at Gibside - Beer Garden & Pub

Gibside

30-12-2011 - 27-04-2012

Back by popular demand, probably the biggest family beer garden in Gateshead. Relax outdoors with crackling...

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Sean Scully: Change and Horizontals

02-03-2012 - 01-07-2012

This exhibition will present drawings and paintings by Irish born internationally-renowned artist Sean...

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John Gerrard

01-03-2012 - 01-07-2012

The first UK showing of two recent works by Gerrard consolidates his reputation as one of the most innovative...

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Cyprien Gaillard

01-03-2012 - 01-07-2012

In his largest UK exhibition to date, awardwinning artist Gaillard presents two major film installations....

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To remind: works of memory and monument

24-02-2012 - 01-07-2012

Taking as its starting point the interest in the monument shown by Cyprien Gaillard and John Gerrard,...

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Up the Boro

02-03-2012 - 08-07-2012

This exhibition of football-inspired work from mima's collection explores artists' representations of...

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Art for Sunderland

28-01-2012 - 05-06-2012

This exhibition tells the story of how the paintings collection at Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens...

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Winter Gardens

01-11-2011 - 31-03-2012

Come and experience a garden for all seasons, and discover the plants that feed, clothe and protect us...

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Saturday Art Trolley

01-03-2012 - 30-07-2012

Get involved with creating and making with the fun mima Art Trolley packed with all sorts of material!...

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The Railway Rascals

Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths and Museum

09-02-2012 - 12-07-2012

Join Tracy for stories, singing and fun craft activities in the Children’s Gallery. Socialise with...

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Cullercoats: An Artists' Colony by the Sea

22-10-2011 - 15-04-2012

The small fishing village of Cullercoats was once the centre of a thriving artistic community. Its story...

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Glass Jewellery

Woodhorn Museum and Northumberland Archives

29-09-2011 - 05-04-2012

Produce your own one-off glass jewellery using kiln forming techniques. Through experimentation you will...

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Cultural Quayside Hunt

HiddenCity

16-09-2011 - 31-03-2012

Explore concealed streets, admire eclectic architecture and stop by tucked away taverns. HiddenCity...

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Alien Egg Hunt

11-02-2012 - 01-09-2012

Help save Woodhorn from an Alien Invasion! One of the alien from our Invasion exhibition has escaped...

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Invasion!

Woodhorn Museum and Northumberland Archives

11-02-2012 - 03-09-2012

If the world of sci-fi holds a special place in your heart, and the possibility of maybe one day standing...

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We Are Astronomers

05-09-2011 - 31-03-2012

Do you know what an astronomer does? This spectacular full-dome show will lead you into their exciting...

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In the Limelight: Newcastle's Theatrical History

Discovery Museum

04-02-2012 - 16-09-2012

Celebrating the 175th Anniversary of Newcastle’s Theatre Royal, Discovery Museum will explore the...

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Ralph Hedley: Painting the North East

16-03-2012 - 02-11-2012

Ralph Hedley was an influential figure in the North East art world, known for his scenes of everyday...

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City Centre Reading Groups

01-08-2011 - 31-03-2012

City Library We meet on the first Monday each month, 6:30pm – 7:30pm. For more information...

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Graphic Novel Reading Group

01-08-2011 - 31-03-2012

The Newcastle Graphic Novel Reading Group now meets every two weeks on a Tuesday between 6:00 -...

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Poetry Reading Group

01-08-2011 - 31-03-2012

We meet on the second Wednesday of each month between 6:30pm - 7:45pm. For more information contact Sharon...

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VIP Reading Group, Monday afternoon at Mea House

01-08-2011 - 31-03-2012

Run by library staff in partnership with the Newcastle Society for Blind People (NSBP). We are a small,...

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The Sunderland Room

01-08-2011 - 31-03-2012

National Glass Centre is pleased to present the new improved Sunderland Room, now with a permanent exhibition...

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One to One Glass Blowing

01-08-2011 - 31-03-2012

The 'One to One' Glass Blowing package offers an unforgettable, intensive, 'hands on' glass blowing experience...

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Cragside: The Servants' Side

Cragside

03-03-2012 - 04-11-2012

Cragside house hosts a new exhibition for 2012. This is your chance to see the real faces of the Cragside...

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History Talks Programme

16-02-2012 - 02-12-2012

These talks are brought to the museum by the Friends of Sunderland Museums (FOSUMS). Everyone is welcome,...

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Chronicle Photos Through the Ages

Discovery Museum

21-03-2012 - 13-01-2013

Celebrating the history and heritage of the North East through the lens of the Evening Chronicle, with...

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Saturday Art Classes for Over 8s

07-01-2012 - 01-12-2012

10.30am - 12pm. On the first Saturday of each month, come and join us in some Saturday art fun for...

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Watercolour Gems

16-07-2011 - 13-06-2012

Some of the biggest names in British watercolours of the 18th and 19th centuries are included in the...

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Charles Dickens' 200th Anniversary: Model House

The Bowes Museum

28-01-2012 - 31-12-2012

Sat 28 Jan 12 - Mon 31 Dec 12 A display of Dickens-related objects to mark the anniversary, including...

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Portrait: 1600 - 2000

Shipley Art Gallery

04-02-2012 - 31-01-2013

Featuring portraits in a range of styles, from the 17th century right up to the present day, this exhibition...

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Tiny Tweeties

02-09-2011 - 31-08-2012

Early years development specialists Tiny Tweeties will be bringing their own unique brand of fun-packed...

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Deep Sea

01-04-2011 - 31-03-2012

Plunge to the ocean depths to search for whales, giant squid and other creatures of the deep. This is...

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King James Bible

Durham Cathedral

08-04-2011 - 08-04-2012

The Treasures of St Cuthbert are joined by some of the biblical rarities from the Cathedral’s collections...

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Outdoor Art - Budding Artist Programme

The Alnwick Garden

21-08-2011 - 21-08-2012

Children can join us in The Garden to paint, sketch, collage and draw to their heart's content with our...

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Barnaby Barford, The Big Win

Woodhorn Museum and Northumberland Archives

03-09-2011 - 23-09-2012

Barnaby Barford, the artist who creates unique ceramic narrative pieces reflecting today’s society,...

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Family Colliery Tours

01-03-2012 - 31-03-2013

We are offering Family Colliery Tours every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm, starting from the...

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Bespoke Glass Workshops and Projects

01-07-2011 - 31-07-2012

National Glass Centre is able to deliver practical workshops and projects in glass to schools, colleges,...

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Self-led Visits for School Groups

01-07-2011 - 31-07-2012

There is no charge for groups to visit under their own steam. A range of information and supporting materials...

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Teacher CPD Sessions

01-07-2011 - 31-07-2012

National Glass Centre is able to deliver practical Continuing Professional Development sessions to groups...

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School Workshops

01-07-2011 - 31-07-2012

Explore & Create: History of Sunderland Tuesdays or Thursdays (during term time) 10.00am - 12.30pm EXPLORE:...

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School Workshops

01-07-2011 - 31-07-2012

Changing States, Science of Glass Creative Workshops Suitable for Key Stages 1 and 2 Tuesdays/ Thursdays...

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The Station Gardens

19-10-2011 - 19-12-2012

The Museum now has its very own Station Gardens, and next to the old railway track there is a new wildflower...

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The Wagon Shed

22-10-2011 - 31-12-2012

The new Wagon Shed at the Sidings holds two railway wagons which originate from the early 20th century...

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Human Life Exhibition - permanent

01-01-2011 - 01-04-2012

Ever wondered how Eskimos manage to live in the Arctic, how you find water in the depths of the desert...

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What's your story: Discovering Family History

Discovery Museum

11-02-2011 - 27-05-2012

This exciting new exhibition will celebrate family histories of local people and equip people with the...

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Watercolour: Works from the Shipley Collection

Shipley Art Gallery

19-01-2012 - 18-05-2013

A new exhibition showcasing highlights from the Shipley’s 19th and 20th century British watercolour...

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Drawing in the gallery

Bishop Auckland Town Hall

01-01-2011 - 01-01-2013

mima welcomes individual observational drawing in the galleries and around the building. So why not...

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Conservation Workshop

Locomotion

01-09-2011 - 01-09-2013

Get a great view of NRM Shildon's rail restoration projects from the viewing platform in the Collection...

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Tea Dance

29-11-2011 - 17-12-2013

Weekly event. Enjoy an afternoon of dancing in the Eden Theatre, under the expert guidance of John Beaty....

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Young Explorers' Zone

19-02-2011 - 19-02-2015

A NEW hands-on area at Life for under 7s. Are you looking for exciting activities to...

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Human Life Exhibition