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Our iconic book takes centre stage at Palace Green Library.
04 April 2025 - 06 April 2026
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Palace Green Library Palace Green Durham DH1 3RN
Jointly organised by the Palace Museum and the Oriental Museum
26 September 2025 - 31 May 2026
Oriental Museum, Elvet Hill, Durham, DH1 3TH
A story of cultural exchange and enduring connection
25 November 2025 - 22 March 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Oriental Museum
Explore the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia.
01 December 2025 - 04 January 2026
11:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Museum of Archaeology
Join us at the Oriental Museum on Wednesday mornings for Little Dragons, our FREE session for children under 5 and their families/carers. Each session will be packed full of exploring the museum galleries, fun craft activities, singing, games and stories.
17 December 2025
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
9:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Find out how Christmas is celebrated around the world and decorate a Christmas decoration to take home.
20 December 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
24 December 2025
31 December 2025
Find out why the Ancient Egyptians had bad teeth and make your own set of chompers to take away.
03 January 2026
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