The region's most popular free museum
Discover all about life in Newcastle and Tyneside, from maritime history and world-changing science and technology through to fashion through the eras and military history. The museum is bursting with interactive displays; the perfect place to learn and have fun.
Things to see and do
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06 Oct 2008 - 11 Jan 2009
The 1960s: Did Newcastle Really Swing?
A new exhibition at Discovery Museum is set to bring back memories for anyone who lived in Newcastle during… more
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Hello Sailor! Gay Life on the Ocean…
28 Jan - 19 Apr 2009An exhibition looking at life for the crews on passenger and merchant ships from the 1950s to 1980s, when…
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Mind The Gap
14 Oct 2008 - 15 Jan 2009Mind the Gap is a unique exhibition which takes an insightful look at the history of mental health in…
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Latest News
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21 Nov 2008
QE2's painting to go on show…
A painting showing one of the most famous ships to be built on Tyneside, which until now… more
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19 Nov 2008
Discovery Museum seeking…
If you saw Led Zeppelin perform at the Mayfair, or if you were a regular of the Newcastle… more
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06 Nov 2008
Hello Sailor!
Staff at Discovery Museum in Newcastle are looking for contributions to a new exhibition, more