Discovery Museum

The Discovery Museum has a varied collection representing the diverse history of Newcastle. Collections range from social history, maritime, fashion and military history and internationally important scientific collections.

Visiting Discovery Museum

Children visiting the world famous Turbina

Schools Search

Schools services:

  • Visits

    Encourage learning opportunities by visiting one of our exciting venues. more

  • Workshops

    Use these pages to explore our cross curricular programmes at all key stages. more

  • Loan Boxes

    Supported by the Trustees of the John George Joicey Bequest. FREE boxes are available, ring 0191 277 2293 for information. more

  • Downloads

    Hazard Identification Sheets, Teachers Packs and resources to help your visit. more

Venue News

  • 3 February 2010

    'Coming Up Roses' INSET Event

    FREE CPD event for all Primary teachers in the North East exploring how museums and schools can work together to deliver the new primary curriculum. more

  • 11 January 2010

    Little Discoverers

    Why not come along and try our group for all pre-schoolers? more

More News

Did you know..?

Washington F Pit

President George Washington's family originally came from Washington.