Treasure: Hidden, Lost, Found
Your chance to see why buried history matters.
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Dates
Saturday 28 March - Sunday 20 September
Visitor Information
Time
During museum hours
Price
Free entry (donations welcome)
Location
The display is in the Exhibition Space. This is located on the first floor at the rear of the building. You can access the first floor by lift or stairs.
About
Step into the fascinating world of treasure and see some amazing archaeological finds from across the North of England. Roman coins, Viking Age silver, and a buried stash of Tudor coins will all feature in this glittering new exhibition. Explore what makes something valuable - culturally, historically, and personally. Who owns the past? What stories do these objects tell? With thought-provoking displays and interactives, there’s something to spark curiosity in visitors of all ages.
Featuring extraordinary finds from the British Museum, National Museum of Scotland, Vindolanda, and the Great North Museum: Hancock, this is your chance to see why buried history matters.

