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Danum Gallery, Library and Museum
Test your literature knowledge, learn about Divorce in Victorian Doncaster and discover the life of Sir Nigel Gresley... That's just a sample of the exciting events and exhibitions on offer at the Danum in April!
*"Please note the Danum Gallery, Library and Museum is closed Friday 29 March to Monday 1 April inclusive for the Easter weekend. We will reopen as normal on Tuesday 2 April. "*
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New Exhibitions
Gresley: Genius of Steam and Speed
*23 April - 21 September*
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the naming of Flying Scotsman, this exhibition brings together a range of objects and letters telling the story of the man who designed it, Sir Nigel Gresley.
There is also the opportunity to design your own locomotive and enter our competition!
The exhibition is a collaboration between The Trustees of the Doncaster Grammar School Railway Collection, The Gresley Society Trust, Heritage Doncaster, and XP Trust.
Gresley genius of steam and speed
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*Jeremy Leigh: Realities - Inner Landscapes*
*27 April - 6 July*
This exhibition of Jeremy Leigh’s paintings and drawings form a retrospective on his landscape works. The exhibition highlights his personal interests and practices over the past forty years as an artist.
jeremy leigh
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Family Events
Half-Term Crafts
*Wednesday 3 April, 11am - 3pm*
*Monday 8 April, 11am - 3pm*
*Wednesday 10 April, 11am - 3pm*
Free family arts and crafts. No need to book, just drop in.
family crafts
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Adult Events
*Feel Good Friday - *The History of Doncaster Minster
*Friday 5 April, 10am - 12 noon*
Enjoy a cuppa and a catch up. At this session we’ll be discovering the history of Doncaster Minster.
Feel Good Friday takes place on the first Friday of each month. Sessions will have a different theme each month.
Free. Book your place. [
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To find out more email us
feel good friday
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Lunchtime Spotlights
*Want to learn something new on your lunch break? *
Join us for our free lunchtime spotlights! These sessions are a fantastic wellbeing break in the middle of your day. The curators at the Danum Gallery, Library and Museum will be talking about some of the amazing objects in the collection.
**Thorne Charter | Doncaster Museum**
*Wednesday 3 April 1pm – 1.30pm*
Find out more the fascinating Thorne Charter and the history of the area.
*Beware of Trains | Rail Heritage Centre*
*Tuesday 9 April 1pm – 1.30pm*
Discover the social history behind some of the railway signs and notices on display in the Rail Heritage Centre.
Free. No booking required, just turn up.
Find out more on our website [
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Literature Quiz
*Thursday 11 April, 6.30pm – 8.30pm*
Test your knowledge at our library quiz. With five rounds on a range of literary subjects, our carefully chosen questions will have you scratching your head! Refreshments included.
Maximum team size 5 people.
Tickets: £5.00 per team.
Buy your ticket on the Heritage Doncaster website. [
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woman's hand holding an open book
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Curator Talk: *Divorce in Victorian Doncaster*
*Saturday 13 April, 2–3pm*
If you think divorce is a modern phenomenon, then think again! Discover the real-life stories behind some of Doncaster’s first ever divorce cases from the 1860s onwards. Prepare to be amused, saddened, angered and surprised.
Tickets: £5.00
Buy your ticket on the Heritage Doncaster website. [
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Victorian wedding, Heritage Doncaster
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Adults & Craft: May Day Flower Crowns
*Monday 29 April, 6.30pm - 8pm*
Join drag queen BiPolar Abdul at this special adult craft session. Chill out, create your own flower crown and indulge in some you time.
Tickets: £20 inclusive of all materials and refreshments.
Buy your ticket on the Heritage Doncaster website. [
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flower crown crop
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Regular Events
We also have a range of regular activities for children including Chess Club, Museum Makers, Rhyme Time and more. Find out more on our website. [
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Contact
Email: DGLAMenquiries@doncaster.gov.uk
Tel: 01302 737555
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Opening Times
Monday - Friday: 10am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 4pm
Sunday: Closed
Entry to the Danum Gallery, Library and Museum is free!
*"Please note the Danum Gallery, Library and Museum is closed Friday 29 March to Monday 1 April inclusive for the Easter weekend. We will reopen as normal on Tuesday 2 April."*
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