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Step into the shadows and join us for a spine-tingling Haunted History Hunt at the Museum. As you journey through the galleries, you’ll uncover eerie tales hidden within the artefacts, discover the mysterious and macabre side of Dorset’s past, and experience the museum’s history like never before.
Thursday 30th October 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday 31st October 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Brand-new major open art competition - Final Exhibition
Sat 18th Oct - All day
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Can you find the ghosts lurking in the shadows of the Museum? Take part in our spooky family trail, follow the hidden hints, and discover the secrets that haunt our galleries.
Sat 25th Oct - All day
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Perfect for all ages, these hands-on activities celebrate the colours and textures of autumn.
Sat 25th Oct - All day
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The PBFA welcomes you back to the Dorchester book fair!
Sat 25th Oct - 10:00am
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This spooky season, unleash your creativity with our folk-themed arts and crafts sessions!
Tue 28th Oct - 10:00am
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Join our Collections Team for an opportunity to explore behind the scenes in Dorset Museum & Art Gallery's Collections Discovery Centre.
Wed 29th Oct - 2:00pm
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Explore the Museum and take part in drop-in activities during our Quiet Openings. Especially suitable for visitors with autism or other sensory conditions, and their siblings, parents and carers. The sessions are also suitable for any group or individual who would like to visit our museums and galleries at a quieter time.
Sat 1st Nov - 10:00am
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Join esteemed author and palaeozoologist Dr Darren Naish as he explores our developing ideas about sea monsters past and present, a subject that combines developments in palaeontology with studies of mythology and popular culture.
Fri 21st Nov - 6:00pm
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Join Mark Damon Chutter for a fascinating exploration of the remarkable writers and artists who once called East Chaldon home.
Sat 13th Dec - 2:00pm
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Explore over a hundred years of British portraiture with The Ingram Collection and Dorset Museum & Art Gallery.
Sat 31st Jan - All day
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