What's On - Danum Gallery, Library and Museum

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Behind the original façade of the historic Doncaster Girls' High School lies a fascinating collection of artefacts revealing the story of Doncaster’s past. The Danum Gallery, Library and Museum houses libraries, an art gallery, two museums, and a rail heritage centre inside a unique, purpose-built architectural wonder.

With a busy programme of exhibitions, activities and events, there's something for everyone!

New Exhibitions

Steps, Sticks and Swords: The Story of Doncaster's Morris Men

20 January - 24 February 2024

Discover the fascinating history of Morris Dancing in Doncaster! Organised by the Green Oak Morris Men in partnership with the Danum, this exhibition explores the rich heritage and traditions of Morris dancing in Doncaster.

Janet Samson: A Retrospective

20 January - 13 April 2024

This retrospective of works by Janet Samson reflects Samson’s highly personal take on the world. Painted in the studio from drawings done in front of the subject, they include images of people on public transport, relaxing in cafes, and the life of the city streets.

Adult Events

Adult & Crafts: Subversive Cross Stitch

Tuesday 30 January, 6.30pm - 8.00pm

Use traditional cross stitch methods to create a modern cross stitch. Be as snarky and sarcastic as you like and create your own message.

As a special January sale treat, we have knocked the ticket price for this event down.

Ticket: £12.50

Discounted price: £10.00!

Tickets are inclusive all materials and refreshments.
Find out more and book your ticket on our event page or visit the Danum Gallery, Library and Museum.

Palentine's: Alternative Valentine's Day

Tuesday 13 February, 6.30pm – 8.00pm

Bring along your friends for an evening of self-care. Create your own beauty products, make an indulgent snack and express yourself with drag queen Ken Lambert. Tickets include all supplies and a drink.

Over 18s only.

Tickets: £20.00

Find out more and book your ticket on our event page or visit the Danum Gallery, Library and Museum.

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.

Doncaster Lives and the Social History Collection // Doncaster Museum

Wednesday 7 February 1pm - 1.30pm

Discover how the lives of people in Doncaster were changed during the Second World War and find out more about our social history collection.

Industrial Locomotives // Rail Heritage Centre

Tuesday 13 February 1pm - 1.30pm

Explore the fascinating history of industrial locomotives.

Medieval Chest // Doncaster Museum

Wednesday 6 March 1pm – 1.30pm

Find out more about a fascinating chest in Doncaster Museum’s collection now used as a donation box!

Unusual Objects // Rail Heritage Centre

Tuesday 12 March 1pm – 1.30pm

Discover some of the weird and wonderful objects in the Rail Heritage Centre and how they fit into our rich railway history!

Free. No booking required, just turn up.

Find out more on our website.

Curator Talks

Casting Light on the Dark Ages
Saturday 24 February 2024, 11am - 12pm

When Rome left Britain to defend itself in 410AD, a power vacuum formed. Over the next two hundred years, new kingdoms were formed. Who ruled these new kingdoms? And where does the Doncaster village of Burghwallis and a rare silver pin fit into this period of history?

Alewives and Affray
Saturday 23 March 2024, 2pm - 3pm
Explore the fascinating Conisbrough Manor Court Rolls and the insights they offer into the lives of ordinary people across South Yorkshire in medieval and early modern times.

Tickets: £5.00
To book your ticket visit our website or visit the Danum Gallery, Library and Museum.

Conisbrough Court Roll

Family Activities

February Half-Term Activities

Free Family Crafts: Fantastic February

Monday 12 February 11am - 3pm
Wednesday 14 February, 11am - 3pm
Free craft and learning activities in February half term! Suitable for 4-11 years old, but all ages welcome! No need to book, just drop in.

Friday 16 February, 11am - 12.30pm
Special Craft: Rainbow Suncatcher
Make your own rainbow suncatcher using recycled materials. Aimed at children aged 7 – 12.

Children’s tickets: £7.50 inclusive of all craft materials and a drink.

1 adult can accompany their child free of charge.

Book your ticket on our event page or visit the Danum Gallery, Library and Museum.