What's on at North East Museums

Creative Journey Art Sessions

Stephenson Steam Railway

13 May, 20 May, 27 May

Led by North Tyneside Art Studio

Talk: the General Strike in the North East

Tyne & Wear Archives

13 May

Talk on the General Strike

Creative Conversations

Shipley Art Gallery

13 May, 27 May, 10 Jun, 24 Jun, 8 Jul

Practice your English and learn new skills

Step Outdoors - Stay and Play

Segedunum Roman Fort

13 May, 20 May, 27 May, 11 Jun

Free, fun, inclusive activities for children under 5 and their parents/carers

Home Educator Day

Woodhorn Museum

14 May

Book a workshop to take part in with your child and explore the Museum for the rest of the day for free.

Home Educator Sessions

Stephenson Steam Railway

14 May

From £6 per session

Explore our woodland walk Home Educators Session

Stephenson Steam Railway

14 May

Suitable for KS1 and KS2 level children

Museum Mice

Great North Museum: Hancock

15 May

Play sessions for under 5s at the museum.

Greek Wine Vessels & Artefacts Guided Tours

Great North Museum: Hancock

15 May

With Andrew Parkin, Keeper of Archaeology, Great North Museum: Hancock.

Home Educator Museum Takeover

Segedunum Roman Fort

15 May

Young people are invited to 'run' the museum for the day

Early Years Storytime Group

Woodhorn Museum

15 May, 22 May, 5 Jun, 12 Jun, 19 Jun, 26 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 17 Jul

Each week we read a story together, then run a short, hands-on activity.

Little Artists

Laing Art Gallery

15 May, 18 May, 22 May

Interactive art sessions for 1-5 year olds with a different theme each week.

Family Art Class

Shipley Art Gallery

16 May, 13 Jun, 11 Jul, 8 Aug

Join us for a monthly Saturday art class for 7-12 year olds and their grown ups.

Watercolours for Wellbeing: The Flower of Life

Shipley Art Gallery

16 May

Join us for a gentle, reflective workshop exploring wellbeing through painting.

Heritage Train Rides

Stephenson Steam Railway

17 May, 24 May, 25 May, 28 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 23 Jul, 2 Aug, 6 Aug, 9 Aug, 13 Aug

Jump on board a heritage train ride

Race the Train 3k Run

Stephenson Steam Railway

17 May

Organised by the NTSRA

The Treasures We Keep

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 17 May

Come along with your family and explore the value of the things we keep closest to our bodies.

Crafty Kids

Shipley Art Gallery

19 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul

Best suited to 2-5 year olds, but younger children also welcome.

Museum Socials

Laing Art Gallery

22 May

A free drop-in coffee morning at the museum. Meet new people, socialise and improve your wellbeing.

Chat Time

Woodhorn Museum

22 May, 26 Jun, 24 Jul

For people learning English. Pop in and have a chat.

Tiny Sparks!

Discovery Museum

22 May

For 3-5 year olds

Treasure: Hidden, Lost, Found curator tours

Great North Museum: Hancock

23 May, 27 Jun

Come and join our Keeper of Archaeology for a tour of Treasure: Hidden, Lost, Found.

Friends of Segedunum talk

Segedunum Roman Fort

23 May

The value of volunteers and Friends at Segedunum

Notebook making

Hexham Old Gaol

23 May - 24 May, 27 May - 31 May

Have a go at making and designing your own notebook using handmade paper.

Sound Down Sundays

Woodhorn Museum

24 May, 28 Jun, 26 Jul

The museum has fewer visitors and we turn down the sound in our exhibitions and displays.

Teddy Bear Train Rides

Stephenson Steam Railway

25 May

Take a train ride with your favourite bear

Herb planting and trail

Segedunum Roman Fort

25 May

Find out more about herbs this half term

Relaxed Mouse Tales with early museum entry

Great North Museum: Hancock

26 May

Storytime for children learning at age 7 or under and their families.

Build A LEGO® City

Discovery Museum

26 May

Join us in the Great Hall to build A LEGO® city.

Free Family Crafts

South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

26 May

Every Tuesday during school holidays

Mouse Tales - Storytime for under 5s and their families

Great North Museum: Hancock

26 May

Join us for an interactive story, songs, related playtime, and a special opportunity to handle a museum object.

Time Odyssey: A Family Adventure

Great North Museum: Hancock

26 May, 23 Jul, 6 Aug

A new interactive learning experience which takes families on a quest through the museum.

Make and Muse: Family Crafting Tour (7-12 year olds)

Laing Art Gallery

26 May, 28 May

Families will take a tour of the collections and do some hands-on crafting.

Family Crafting: May half term

Shipley Art Gallery

26 May

Join us for Family Crafting over May half term.

Relaxed Early Opening

Great North Museum: Hancock

26 May, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug

Enjoy early access to the Great North Museum: Hancock for a quieter, more relaxed experience.

May Half Term Art Workshops

Hatton Gallery

27 May, 28 May

Free art workshops at Hatton Gallery during May half term.

Family craft sessions

Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

27 May

Free craft activities on Wednesdays during school holidays

Art Camp: 7-10 year olds

Laing Art Gallery

27 May

Young people are welcome to explore the galleries, talk about art, and create their own work.

Sketches and Scribbles

Great North Museum: Hancock

27 May

An informal drawing session for families looking at some of the museum handling collections.

Discover a Story

Discovery Museum

27 May

Stories and crafts for ages 3 - 5

Birds of Prey

Woodhorn Museum

27 May

Birds of prey displays with the team from Ridgeside Falconry

Time Travel Club: Building Bridges

Discovery Museum

28 May

Family crafts using The National Archives collections as inspiration

Planting Activity

Stephenson Steam Railway

28 May

Free craft activities every Thursday during school holidays

*Sold out* Chocolate making with Davenports for families

Great North Museum: Hancock

28 May

Make a small bag of your own chocolate coins to take home with you.

Holiday Art Class: half term

Shipley Art Gallery

28 May

A fun art class for half term for 7-12 year olds and their grown ups.

Moss Troopers story time

Great North Museum: Hancock

29 May

The Moss Troopers return to the museum to bring history into the present day.

A Celebration of Dry Run

Shipley Art Gallery

15 May - 29 May

A Celebration of Dry Run presents the work of thirty artists who have previously exhibited.

Little Artists Plus+

Laing Art Gallery

29 May

These special Little Artists sessions are held during the summer holidays and welcome siblings up to the age of 7.

K'Nex Creations - Build a Bridge

Discovery Museum

29 May

Build a bridge with K'Nex construction toys

Stories From Shields

South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

Until 30 May

with Destination North East England

In the Presence of Nature

South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

Until 30 May

Until Saturday 30 May

اپنی آواز Our Voice

Discovery Museum

Until 31 May

Discover inspiring real-life stories from South Asian women who made Tyneside their home

Whippet, Whippet

Woodhorn Museum

23 May - 31 May

Create your own colourful take on one of the North East’s most loved dog breeds.

Newcastle University BA Fine Art Degree Show 2026

Hatton Gallery

23 May - 6 Jun

Works of fifty-seven up-and-coming artists at the culmination of their four-year bachelor's degree in fine art.

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2025 and Exploring Identity

Laing Art Gallery

Until 5 Sep

Explore the history of portraiture from the 16th century to the present day.

Treasure: Hidden, Lost, Found

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 20 Sep

Your chance to see why buried history matters.

Can You Dig It?

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 20 Sep

A temporary exhibition of artwork by local young people that explores the significance of treasure.

Treasure Museum Trail

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 20 Sep

Explore the museum to find treasure, solve puzzles, and claim prizes.

After the Fire

Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

Until 27 Sep

Sound Archive: Metro installations

Tyne & Wear Archives

Until 1 Oct

Art installations at Jarrow and Chichester metro stations inspired by sound archives

Following the Eagle

Segedunum Roman Fort

Until 3 Oct

A showcase of rare bronze Roman military diplomas and artefacts.

Coming soon – The National Gallery Masterpiece Tour: The Marquise de Seignelay

South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

Until 7 Nov

From 29 August - 7 November 2026

Sublime Landscapes

Laing Art Gallery

Until 5 Dec

Landscape watercolours and prints from the Laing Art Gallery’s collection.

Picture of the month

Laing Art Gallery

Until 31 Dec

Join us for a talk from the Friends of the Laing

Walking Tours with Newcastle City Guides

North East Museums

Until 31 Dec

Explore Newcastle's historic city centre delving into the stories and heritage of the surrounding area.

Afternoon Tea: Pre-book

Laing Art Gallery

Until 2 Jan 2027

Treat yourself to a delightful afternoon tea experience at the stunning Laing Art Gallery.

Picture This: Someone Like Me

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 17 Jan 2027

An exhibition using artwork and storytelling to explore research and the people behind it.

Strike!

Discovery Museum

Until 17 Jan 2027

Marking 100 years since the General Strike

Jewish Industrialists on the Team Valley

Discovery Museum

Until 31 Jan 2027

Display exploring the impact Jewish light industries had on the development of the Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead

Steam to Green: A North East Energy Revolution

Discovery Museum

Until 5 Sep 2027

Discovery Museum's exhibition and event programme exploring the story of energy in the North East

Crafty Kids

Shipley Art Gallery

19 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul

Best suited to 2-5 year olds, but younger children also welcome.

Bespoke Perfume Making Workshop with Perfumer Michele Riveroll

Great North Museum: Hancock

5 Jun

Create and name your own fragrance to take home.

Early Years Storytime Group

Woodhorn Museum

15 May, 22 May, 5 Jun, 12 Jun, 19 Jun, 26 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 17 Jul

Each week we read a story together, then run a short, hands-on activity.

Steam Gala

Stephenson Steam Railway

5 Jun, 6 Jun, 7 Jun

Organised by the North Tyneside Steam Railway Association

Photography Evening

Stephenson Steam Railway

5 Jun

Organised by the North Tyneside Steam Railway Association

Drawn Together: Creativity for All

Shipley Art Gallery

6 Jun

This event is all about coming together to draw and be creative, in fun and surprising ways!

Tunes in June: The Gaslighters

Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

6 Jun

Get ready to kick off your shoes and dance

Newcastle University BA Fine Art Degree Show 2026

Hatton Gallery

23 May - 6 Jun

Works of fifty-seven up-and-coming artists at the culmination of their four-year bachelor's degree in fine art.

Saturday Art Classes for 10-15 year olds

Laing Art Gallery

6 Jun, 4 Jul

An inclusive art class every month

Heritage Train Rides

Stephenson Steam Railway

17 May, 24 May, 25 May, 28 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 23 Jul, 2 Aug, 6 Aug, 9 Aug, 13 Aug

Jump on board a heritage train ride

Creative Conversations

Shipley Art Gallery

13 May, 27 May, 10 Jun, 24 Jun, 8 Jul

Practice your English and learn new skills

Step Outdoors - Stay and Play

Segedunum Roman Fort

13 May, 20 May, 27 May, 11 Jun

Free, fun, inclusive activities for children under 5 and their parents/carers

Workshop: Portraits with a Sacred Object

Laing Art Gallery

11 Jun, 9 Jul

Draw and paint a portrait from life.

Family Art Class

Shipley Art Gallery

16 May, 13 Jun, 11 Jul, 8 Aug

Join us for a monthly Saturday art class for 7-12 year olds and their grown ups.

Discover Festival

Great North Museum: Hancock

13 Jun

Explore a world of ideas through interactive activities and exhibitions designed to inspire all ages.

Discover Festival

Hatton Gallery

13 Jun

Discover Festival returns to Hatton Gallery.

Tunes in June: The Black Corner Band

Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

13 Jun

Bring a picnic and enjoy an afternoon of toe-tapping live music.

Northumberland Miners' Picnic 2026

Woodhorn Museum

13 Jun

A fun family day out celebrating our coal mining heritage.

Step Outdoors Stay and Play

Stephenson Steam Railway

19 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul

Free, fun, inclusive activities for children under 5 and their parents / carers

Drive a Diesel Engine Experience

Stephenson Steam Railway

20 Jun, 11 Jul

The perfect gift for rail fans!

Tunes in June: Rivelino

Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

20 Jun

Rock out with Rivelino

Discovery Nights: Unplugged

Discovery Museum

26 Jun

After-hours event for adults with hands on activites, talks and bar

Chat Time

Woodhorn Museum

22 May, 26 Jun, 24 Jul

For people learning English. Pop in and have a chat.

Masterclass: Introduction to Watercolours

Shipley Art Gallery

27 Jun

Join us for a relaxed, hands-on introduction to the beautiful and expressive world of watercolour painting.

Treasure: Hidden, Lost, Found curator tours

Great North Museum: Hancock

23 May, 27 Jun

Come and join our Keeper of Archaeology for a tour of Treasure: Hidden, Lost, Found.

Tunes in June: Amateur Ornithologist

Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

27 Jun

Pop music with a twist

Sound Down Sundays

Woodhorn Museum

24 May, 28 Jun, 26 Jul

The museum has fewer visitors and we turn down the sound in our exhibitions and displays.

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2025 and Exploring Identity

Laing Art Gallery

Until 5 Sep

Explore the history of portraiture from the 16th century to the present day.

Treasure: Hidden, Lost, Found

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 20 Sep

Your chance to see why buried history matters.

Can You Dig It?

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 20 Sep

A temporary exhibition of artwork by local young people that explores the significance of treasure.

Treasure Museum Trail

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 20 Sep

Explore the museum to find treasure, solve puzzles, and claim prizes.

After the Fire

Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

Until 27 Sep

Sound Archive: Metro installations

Tyne & Wear Archives

Until 1 Oct

Art installations at Jarrow and Chichester metro stations inspired by sound archives

Following the Eagle

Segedunum Roman Fort

Until 3 Oct

A showcase of rare bronze Roman military diplomas and artefacts.

Coming soon – The National Gallery Masterpiece Tour: The Marquise de Seignelay

South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

Until 7 Nov

From 29 August - 7 November 2026

Sublime Landscapes

Laing Art Gallery

Until 5 Dec

Landscape watercolours and prints from the Laing Art Gallery’s collection.

Swing Bridge 150

Discovery Museum

13 Jun - 20 Dec

A small display charting 150 years of the Swing Bridge over the River Tyne

Picture of the month

Laing Art Gallery

Until 31 Dec

Join us for a talk from the Friends of the Laing

Walking Tours with Newcastle City Guides

North East Museums

Until 31 Dec

Explore Newcastle's historic city centre delving into the stories and heritage of the surrounding area.

Afternoon Tea: Pre-book

Laing Art Gallery

Until 2 Jan 2027

Treat yourself to a delightful afternoon tea experience at the stunning Laing Art Gallery.

Picture This: Someone Like Me

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 17 Jan 2027

An exhibition using artwork and storytelling to explore research and the people behind it.

Strike!

Discovery Museum

Until 17 Jan 2027

Marking 100 years since the General Strike

Jewish Industrialists on the Team Valley

Discovery Museum

Until 31 Jan 2027

Display exploring the impact Jewish light industries had on the development of the Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead

Steam to Green: A North East Energy Revolution

Discovery Museum

Until 5 Sep 2027

Discovery Museum's exhibition and event programme exploring the story of energy in the North East

Step Outdoors Stay and Play

Stephenson Steam Railway

19 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul

Free, fun, inclusive activities for children under 5 and their parents / carers

Watercolour Class: Summer Bookmarks

Shipley Art Gallery

3 Jul

Create two beautiful bookmarks in our small and relaxed watercolour painting class.

Early Years Storytime Group

Woodhorn Museum

15 May, 22 May, 5 Jun, 12 Jun, 19 Jun, 26 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 17 Jul

Each week we read a story together, then run a short, hands-on activity.

Hand Embroidery: Fabric Vessels

Shipley Art Gallery

4 Jul

Learn to make a hand embroidered fabric vessel, with artist Louise Goult.

Saturday Art Classes for 10-15 year olds

Laing Art Gallery

6 Jun, 4 Jul

An inclusive art class every month

Heritage Train Rides

Stephenson Steam Railway

17 May, 24 May, 25 May, 28 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 23 Jul, 2 Aug, 6 Aug, 9 Aug, 13 Aug

Jump on board a heritage train ride

Crafty Kids

Shipley Art Gallery

19 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul

Best suited to 2-5 year olds, but younger children also welcome.

Creative Conversations

Shipley Art Gallery

13 May, 27 May, 10 Jun, 24 Jun, 8 Jul

Practice your English and learn new skills

Home Educators Workshop - Meet the Keeper of Biology

Great North Museum: Hancock

8 Jul

Workshop: Portraits with a Sacred Object

Laing Art Gallery

11 Jun, 9 Jul

Draw and paint a portrait from life.

Home Education Day - Footsteps of a Northumbrian Soldier Workshop

Woodhorn Museum

10 Jul

Commemorate the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme by following in the footsteps of a Northumbrian soldier.

Family Art Class

Shipley Art Gallery

16 May, 13 Jun, 11 Jul, 8 Aug

Join us for a monthly Saturday art class for 7-12 year olds and their grown ups.

Drive a Diesel Engine Experience

Stephenson Steam Railway

20 Jun, 11 Jul

The perfect gift for rail fans!

Family Crafting: Summer holidays

Shipley Art Gallery

21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug

Join us for relaxed crafting in the summer holidays.

Lego Coding Workshop with the Kids-Hub

Shipley Art Gallery

22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug

Have a go at Lego coding in this fun and accessible family workshop.

Relaxed Early Opening

Great North Museum: Hancock

26 May, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug

Enjoy early access to the Great North Museum: Hancock for a quieter, more relaxed experience.

Archaeology day

Great North Museum: Hancock

22 Jul

This event is part of the 2026 Festival of Archaeology.

Time Odyssey: A Family Adventure

Great North Museum: Hancock

26 May, 23 Jul, 6 Aug

A new interactive learning experience which takes families on a quest through the museum.

Metro Hat Making

Stephenson Steam Railway

23 Jul

Are you ready to get crafty?

Guided Tours

Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

23 Jul, 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 13 Aug

Take a tour of the site with our knowledgeable guide

Chat Time

Woodhorn Museum

22 May, 26 Jun, 24 Jul

For people learning English. Pop in and have a chat.

Model Railway Weekend

Stephenson Steam Railway

25 Jul, 26 Jul

Organised by the North Tyneside Steam Railway Association

Sound Down Sundays

Woodhorn Museum

24 May, 28 Jun, 26 Jul

The museum has fewer visitors and we turn down the sound in our exhibitions and displays.

Stone Decorating

Stephenson Steam Railway

30 Jul

Free, creative activities

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2025 and Exploring Identity

Laing Art Gallery

Until 5 Sep

Explore the history of portraiture from the 16th century to the present day.

Treasure: Hidden, Lost, Found

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 20 Sep

Your chance to see why buried history matters.

Can You Dig It?

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 20 Sep

A temporary exhibition of artwork by local young people that explores the significance of treasure.

Treasure Museum Trail

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 20 Sep

Explore the museum to find treasure, solve puzzles, and claim prizes.

After the Fire

Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

Until 27 Sep

Sound Archive: Metro installations

Tyne & Wear Archives

Until 1 Oct

Art installations at Jarrow and Chichester metro stations inspired by sound archives

Following the Eagle

Segedunum Roman Fort

Until 3 Oct

A showcase of rare bronze Roman military diplomas and artefacts.

Coming soon – The National Gallery Masterpiece Tour: The Marquise de Seignelay

South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

Until 7 Nov

From 29 August - 7 November 2026

Sublime Landscapes

Laing Art Gallery

Until 5 Dec

Landscape watercolours and prints from the Laing Art Gallery’s collection.

Swing Bridge 150

Discovery Museum

13 Jun - 20 Dec

A small display charting 150 years of the Swing Bridge over the River Tyne

Picture of the month

Laing Art Gallery

Until 31 Dec

Join us for a talk from the Friends of the Laing

Walking Tours with Newcastle City Guides

North East Museums

Until 31 Dec

Explore Newcastle's historic city centre delving into the stories and heritage of the surrounding area.

Afternoon Tea: Pre-book

Laing Art Gallery

Until 2 Jan 2027

Treat yourself to a delightful afternoon tea experience at the stunning Laing Art Gallery.

Picture This: Someone Like Me

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 17 Jan 2027

An exhibition using artwork and storytelling to explore research and the people behind it.

Strike!

Discovery Museum

Until 17 Jan 2027

Marking 100 years since the General Strike

Jewish Industrialists on the Team Valley

Discovery Museum

Until 31 Jan 2027

Display exploring the impact Jewish light industries had on the development of the Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead

Things That Go

Discovery Museum

25 Jul 2026 - 28 Feb 2027

A new family exhibition to launch the new Exhibitions Gallery

Steam to Green: A North East Energy Revolution

Discovery Museum

Until 5 Sep 2027

Discovery Museum's exhibition and event programme exploring the story of energy in the North East

Heritage Train Rides

Stephenson Steam Railway

17 May, 24 May, 25 May, 28 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 23 Jul, 2 Aug, 6 Aug, 9 Aug, 13 Aug

Jump on board a heritage train ride

Family Crafting: Summer holidays

Shipley Art Gallery

21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug

Join us for relaxed crafting in the summer holidays.

Lego Coding Workshop with the Kids-Hub

Shipley Art Gallery

22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug

Have a go at Lego coding in this fun and accessible family workshop.

Relaxed Early Opening

Great North Museum: Hancock

26 May, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug

Enjoy early access to the Great North Museum: Hancock for a quieter, more relaxed experience.

Make a Train Track

Stephenson Steam Railway

6 Aug

Free craft activities every Thursday during school holidays

Guided Tours

Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

23 Jul, 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 13 Aug

Take a tour of the site with our knowledgeable guide

Time Odyssey: A Family Adventure

Great North Museum: Hancock

26 May, 23 Jul, 6 Aug

A new interactive learning experience which takes families on a quest through the museum.

Family Art Class

Shipley Art Gallery

16 May, 13 Jun, 11 Jul, 8 Aug

Join us for a monthly Saturday art class for 7-12 year olds and their grown ups.

Make a Train Station Artwork

Stephenson Steam Railway

13 Aug

Free craft activities every Thursday during school holidays

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2025 and Exploring Identity

Laing Art Gallery

Until 5 Sep

Explore the history of portraiture from the 16th century to the present day.

Treasure: Hidden, Lost, Found

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 20 Sep

Your chance to see why buried history matters.

Can You Dig It?

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 20 Sep

A temporary exhibition of artwork by local young people that explores the significance of treasure.

Treasure Museum Trail

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 20 Sep

Explore the museum to find treasure, solve puzzles, and claim prizes.

After the Fire

Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort

Until 27 Sep

Sound Archive: Metro installations

Tyne & Wear Archives

Until 1 Oct

Art installations at Jarrow and Chichester metro stations inspired by sound archives

Following the Eagle

Segedunum Roman Fort

Until 3 Oct

A showcase of rare bronze Roman military diplomas and artefacts.

Coming soon – The National Gallery Masterpiece Tour: The Marquise de Seignelay

South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

Until 7 Nov

From 29 August - 7 November 2026

Sublime Landscapes

Laing Art Gallery

Until 5 Dec

Landscape watercolours and prints from the Laing Art Gallery’s collection.

Swing Bridge 150

Discovery Museum

13 Jun - 20 Dec

A small display charting 150 years of the Swing Bridge over the River Tyne

Picture of the month

Laing Art Gallery

Until 31 Dec

Join us for a talk from the Friends of the Laing

Walking Tours with Newcastle City Guides

North East Museums

Until 31 Dec

Explore Newcastle's historic city centre delving into the stories and heritage of the surrounding area.

Afternoon Tea: Pre-book

Laing Art Gallery

Until 2 Jan 2027

Treat yourself to a delightful afternoon tea experience at the stunning Laing Art Gallery.

Picture This: Someone Like Me

Great North Museum: Hancock

Until 17 Jan 2027

An exhibition using artwork and storytelling to explore research and the people behind it.

Strike!

Discovery Museum

Until 17 Jan 2027

Marking 100 years since the General Strike

Jewish Industrialists on the Team Valley

Discovery Museum

Until 31 Jan 2027

Display exploring the impact Jewish light industries had on the development of the Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead

Things That Go

Discovery Museum

25 Jul 2026 - 28 Feb 2027

A new family exhibition to launch the new Exhibitions Gallery

Steam to Green: A North East Energy Revolution

Discovery Museum

Until 5 Sep 2027

Discovery Museum's exhibition and event programme exploring the story of energy in the North East