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Beamish in May
A day out at Beamish is always memorable, and there are some special events this month that will make it even more so. Beamish Georgian Fair – 30th May to 2nd June Enjoy the hustle and bustle of a Georgian Country Fair at Pockerley Waggonway from Thursday, 30th May to Sunday, 2nd June 2013....
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The Spectacle
25-02-2012 - 17-03-2012
The Spectacle is a unique display of 30 pairs of spectacles from 30 famous people – each pair with a...
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Northern Region Film & TV Archives
11-02-2012 - 10-03-2012
Gallery Two will be showing historic television from the 40s, 60s and 70s of Northumberland and Newcastle...
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Free Newsreel shows
01-02-2012 - 08-03-2012
The Tyneside’s Birthday Newsreel Screening daily until Thu 8 March February 1937....
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Cluster Arts Exhibition
16-01-2012 - 09-03-2012
A unique exhibition of contemporary work inspired by the area’s industrial heritage. Among the slumbering...
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19th Century Art in Newcastle
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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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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Art for Sunderland
Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
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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Cullercoats: An Artists' Colony by the Sea
Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths and Museum
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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Cultural Quayside Hunt
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
Woodhorn Museum and Northumberland Archives
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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Cragside: The Servants' Side
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
Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
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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Charles Dickens' 200th Anniversary: Model House
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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King James Bible
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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Family Colliery Tours
Woodhorn Museum and Northumberland Archives
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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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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What's your story: Discovering Family History
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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