24 September—10 October 2024

Behind the Scenes at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery: Caring for our Collections

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at the museum, to make sure that the collections on display and in the stores are safe, conserved and accessible?

14—18 October 2024

Steam engine and crane driving experiences

SPECIAL EVENT: Have a go at driving the steam engine, Henbury and one of the iconic electric cranes outside M Shed.

18 October 2024

Film Screening – Beyond the Scars: Guy Bailey’s Impact on Bristol

Bristol Museums is delighted to announce the premiere of a new documentary about Guy Bailey, one of the heroes of the Bristol Bus Boycott.

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26 October 2024

Spooky Silent Disco

Get ready for your favourite Halloween anthems at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery’s spectacular silent disco night this October.

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26 October—2 November 2024

Spooky Week at the Red Lodge: A Family-Friendly Halloween Adventure

Step into history this Halloween at The Red Lodge for a week of spine-tingling stories and exploration.

29 October 2024

Black History Month 2024 at M Shed

Bristol Museums is putting on a free, all-day, building-wide festival to celebrate Black History Month. In the Harbourview Suite on the top floor, Penny Marie will be hosting dance workshops on the theme ‘Joy is an Act of Resistance’. Penny is a long-sta…

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3—24 December 2024

Family Festive Fun at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Join us in December for some Family Festive Fun at Bristol Museum and Art Gallery!

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