What’s On at The Beaney

With exhibitions, events, workshops and activities that change throughout the year, there are so many reasons to visit!

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Power of the Object Group

Fri 20th October 2023 to Fri 13th December 2024
A group for people affected by dementia or social isolation, to get close to the museum... Read more

Sounds Beaney

Fri 14th June 2024 to Fri 7th March 2025
A new FREE singing group for those with dementia and their partners/carers at The Beaney museum in... Read more

Come And Meet Each Other (CAMEO)

Mon 16th September 2024 to Mon 24th March 2025
A welcoming, supportive group for anyone aged over 55, and anyone with complex health needs at The... Read more

Groovin’ Well workshops

Fri 27th September 2024 to Fri 1st November 2024
These are relaxed and sociable gatherings bringing people together to loosen up, let go and dance.... Read more

Arts Award Discover Level in a Day

Thu 7th November 2024 to Thu 7th November 2024
FREE activities for Children and Young People under 18 years old with SEND (Special Educational... Read more

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Interactive Smallfilms Table

Interactive Smallfilms Table

Find our digital interactive table in the Smallfilms gallery.

Explore everything about Smallfilms: Watch scenes from Bagpuss episodes and see behind the scenes of these famous TV shows!

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Drawing welcome!

Drawing welcome!

Embrace your artistic side and make your own drawing inspired by the artwork and animals in the Garden Room.

You’ll also find a cosy corner where you can enjoy books about art and animals.

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Let's Play Portraits

Let’s Play Portraits

Dress up in historical costumes inspired by the portraits on display in the People & Places gallery.

You’ll also find props, books and other activities.

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Hold Some History

Hold Some History

Use a scientific microscope or hold real art0feacts and fossils in the Explorers & Collectors Gallery.

You can test out your mummification skills and play musical instruments too!

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Doll's House

Doll’s House

Let your imagination roam free in the Materials & Masters gallery with our popular Doll’s House. Full of furniture and characters for little ones to enjoy.

Don’t forget to take a peek at the Kaleidoscope as well!

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Family Activities

Family Activities

Our museums are always hosting new and exciting family activities and workshops.

In each gallery you’ll find something fun to do that’s inspired by the museum collection!

Artefacts in exhibition case The Beaney Museum

Get closer to The Beaney and immerse yourself in history, heritage, art and culture