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Cultural Olympiad exhibition curated by young people wins NE Culture Award

24 Apr 13

An exhibition that was conceived and curated by a group of 17 – 24 year olds at the Great North Museum: Hancock has won an award at the North East Journal Culture Awards.

New Must-See Exhibitions brochure

18 Apr 13

Download the latest copy of our Must-See Exhibitions brochure.

The Late Shows 2013

The Late Shows, the region's legendary culture crawl, returns for its seventh year.

Society of Antiquaries Bicentenary Programme

07 Feb 13

Download a leaflet with details of the Society of Antiquaries Bicentenary Programme of events.

Two million visitors have flocked to the Great North Museum: Hancock

The multiple award-winning Great North Museum: Hancock has just welcomed its two millionth visitor.

Museums blog on the up

03 Dec 12

Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums' blog, written by staff from throughout the organisation, is growing in popularity.

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Great North Museum: Hancock
Barras Bridge
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2 4PT
Tel: (0191) 222 6765
Textphone: 18001 0191 222 6765

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