Join us at Shire Hall this February half-term for a week packed full of seaside activities.
With a super seaside spotting trial and interactive craft activities, families are shore to have a fantastic time at Shire Hall this half-term.
Plus, Kids for a Quid! This half-term, children can visit the museum for only £1!
Alongside our seaside activities, families can also explore Shire Hall Museum using our interactive iPads and discover the stories that took place in one of Dorchester’s most historic buildings.
This impactful photography exhibition, coming to Shire Hall Museum from Jayne Jackson, explores changing opinions towards historical and current tendencies toward victim blaming.
Thu 18th Apr - All day
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In this talk, local historian Brian Bates explores the story of the Tolpuddle Martyrs, arguably the most famous trail to take place at Shire Hall.
Sat 4th May - 2:00pm
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Join the London Serpent Trio at Shire Hall Museum on Friday 24th May to hear this unique ensemble.
Fri 24th May - 7:30pm
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Join Mike Randall at Shire Hall Museum to discuss his father's extraordinary life. From escaping a prisoner of war camp during WW2 to becoming a 'diplomat' in Moscow and East Berlin
Sat 8th Jun - 2:00pm
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Dorset Youth Pride is back at Shire Hall Museum for 2024!
Sat 13th Jul - 10:00am
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Discover the fascinating story of Mary Channing, the last woman to be burned at the stake in Dorset.
Mon 29th Jul - 3:00pm
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Hear about the hidden Dorchester under your feet in a fascinating talk with Councillor David Taylor.
Sat 14th Sep - 2:00pm
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Join us at Shire Hall for our Christmas Market!
Sat 23rd Nov - 10:00am
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Join Shire Hall Museum's Learning Manager Anne Brown to explore the fascinating stories of people taken through our historic courtroom.
Sat 7th Dec - 2:00pm
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