Great North Museum: Hancock
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The Mouse House is our multipurpose space for under 5s and their families.
A free, fun, interactive AR adventure
Until 1 Sep
This immersive exhibition takes you on a multi-sensory journey into the hiddenworlds of the Universe.…
This mini exhibition can be found in Hadrian's Wall gallery on the ground floor.…
Immerse yourself in a series of epic 3D visualisations.
19 Jul - 1 Sep
A huge variety of activities are on offer this summer that are suitable for thewhole family!…
20 Jul - 4 Aug
The exhibition is a family-friendly day out with audio-visual interactivedisplays.…
30 Aug
Uncover hidden architecture of cities past & present.
17 Jul
FULLY BOOKED
20 Jul - 1 Sep
Bringing your holiday club to the museum? We have lots for you to do!
23 Jul
Enjoy early access to the Great North Museum: Hancock for a quieter, morerelaxed experience.…
Dig up a good time! Learn how archaeologists unlock the secrets of the past.
24 Jul
25 Jul - 28 Jul
You will see a textile inspired by the Natural Northumbria gallery and a 3Dfelted solar system.…
30 Jul
Drop-in Storytime aimed at under 5's and their families
6 Aug
See a full size T-rex skeleton, real fossils and more.
Learn about mummification and see Egyptian artefacts from the British Museum.
See a full-size model of an elephant, a great white shark and more.
An important collection of Greek and Etruscan art and archaeology.
See an inscription stone proving the Wall was built on orders of Emperor Hadrianand more.…
Objects from around the world.
Pause and enjoy a dramatic reimagining of seven Roman altars in the Hadrian'sWall gallery.…
Discover the natural history of Northumbria.
Discover the stories behind some of the museum’s most-loved objects and thecollectors who brought them here.…
The story of our distant past is told through many wonderful artefacts,including tools, weapons and ancient artwork.…
This new display is all about Eurythenes plasticus, a species discovered byNewcastle University researchers.…
On line and in person CPD for primary school teachers
See stunning gems and minerals from around the world.
Here you can see a great selection of precious objects from Northumbria’sglorious past.…
Collections from the Roman Empire.
Great North Nights is our programme of after-hours events at the museum.
An online exhibition created by Newcastle University, English Heritage and theGreat North Museum: Hancock…
700 children's drawings portray some of the world’s most vulnerable species,many of which face extinction.…
Spin the wheel in six of our permanent galleries and you'll be given a challengeto complete.…
A spectacular and immersive digital projection mapping experience on amonumental scale.…
Listen to creative music and sound responses to different objects throughout themuseum.…
Explore fascinating objects, craft compelling stories!
We’ve connected three museums in Tyneside to 11 miles of public cycleway andtwo easy rides for beginners or families.…
One of the deep sea's rare specimens, brought home to Newcastle
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