What's on
Something for everyone at Bailiffgate
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There is plenty for all ages to see and do at Bailiffgate. Two floors of permanent exhibits illustrate the fascinating 10,000 year history of Alnwick and District. In addition there is a third Gallery floor. The following Exhibitions and Events will take place there during the year. You can click on the button below each picture to see more details.
Entry to the main Gallery exhibition and any other pop-up exhibitions is always free with museum entry. You do not need to reserve a place at any of these. If you become a museum Friend, then you and your family can also come in free for a whole year. See Details,
March Closures for events:
Please note that:
Saturday 1 March the whole museum will close at 12 noon for a Story Fest event. (see our two speakers below)
Saturday 8 March the gallery will close at 2pm. The rest of the museum will still be open with half price admission charges from 2pm.
Friday 14 March the gallery will close at 2pm. The rest of the museum will still be open with half price admission charges from 2pm.
29th Oct 2024-2nd Feb 2025, " A Sleave Unravelled ". Striking new work by textile artist Sue Bowhay Pringle The exhibition takes its title from one of Shakespeare's many references to sleep as restorative rest, peace, innocence or death.
If you are a young person interested in film-making, or know one that is, then you MUST read this..
Bailiffgate has launched a project to engage young people by equipping them with essential storytelling skills, including filmmaking, photography, and interviewing techniques. Places are Free SEE THE FILM ABOVE AND APPLY IMMEDIATELY. Opportunity Closes Thursday 30th Jan 2025
The wonderful Alnwick Story Fest is on again in 2025, from 28th Feb to 2nd March. As previously we have two good speakers appearing at Bailiffgate. To book for James Braxton and Mark Harbrough, just click on the link below.
The wonderful Alnwick Story Fest is on again in 2025, from 28th Feb to 2nd March. As previously we have two good speakers appearing at Bailiffgate. To book for Jake Morris-Campbell, just click on the link below.
From 4th Feb to 30th March 2025. an exhibition by Scotland-born artist Gillian Lee Smith entitled " The Lost and Left Behind" which explores connections and memories that are accumulated, embellished, diminished, and sometimes lost and even rediscovered over time.
Sat 22nd March 2025 sees another of the fabulous weaving workshops by Eta Ingham Lawrie that are always so popular. Beginners and developing weavers alike come away supercharged, and with a work to display. All materials provided .
1st April - 11th May 2025 " Alnwick Through the Lens" sees a collaboration between the Civic Society and Camera Club and Bailiffgate to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Alnwick Civic Society in 2024. It captures the town as it is today for future generations, with some early photographs of Alnwick for comparison.
Plans are in progress regarding the possible move of Bailiffgate to the market square in the heart of Alnwick. Learn more details and the perceived benefits to the community by using the link below
From 15th to 23rd March 2025, to coincide with National Lottery Open Week there is FREE ENTRY to anyone bearing any Lottery Ticket (one ticket, one person) . Have a go at becoming a millionaire, then come to Bailiffgate to celebrate your win!
The only person who will ever set the prime meridians of two Planets is commemorated by a blue plaque in Alnwick , where he was born. To read many more stories of remarkable local people just follow the link below.
from 13th May to 13th July 2025 David Wilson returns to his native North East with an exhibition exploring two very different landscapes- the North West Highlands of Scotland and Northumberland. Striking Images from both to enjoy.
Books make a great present, and there are many new specialist books about our wonderful area in our online Museum Shop. Browse though today at your convenience. You can collect or we can mail to anywhere in the UK.
"Museum Detectives" is a stimulating quest for older children, finding clues dotted around the museum. They then get a free " Museum Detective" badge.
By popular demand, Mon 22nd Sept 2025, another of the fabulous weaving workshops by Eta Ingham Lawrie that are always so popular. Beginners and developing weavers alike come away supercharged, and with a work to display. All materials provided .
15th July to 14th September 2025 will see our first ever major exhibition of the work of students from the Duchess's Community High School, Alnwick. Very high standards are achieved and this will definitely be a treat for the eyes..
There are loads of fascinating personal videos to be seen on the Bailiffgate TV website. Stories from Alnwick past and its people such as Sheila and her paintings.
EXCITING NEWS. March 2026 will experience a record-breaking exhibition of Star Wars toys, images and memorabilia coming to Bailiffgate. This will be big news all round the Galaxy. Click on the link below and make sure you are on our e-mailing list using the form at the foot of the page for latest details.
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