Opening hours

Tue - Sat: 10am - 4:45pm
Closed: Sundays, Mondays and Bank Holidays

Free Entry

There may be a charge for special exhibitions. Please call to confirm.

Extraordinary closures

Please note that the museum will be closed as detailed below:

Mummy on the move!
The Egyptian gallery will be closed from the 28 April. The Mummy will reappear when the new Ancient Civilisations gallery opens on the 8 June

Saturday 24 November
The Museum and Library will be closed for the RIC Members Only day.

We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause.

What's In The Box?!

Friday 6th January
Saturday 7th January (am only)
Friday 10th February
Saturday 11th February (am only)
Sessions 10.30am-12pm and 1.30pm – 3pm

With a different theme each time these hands – on, imaginative sessions are designed to inspire our youngest visitors and their carers. Learn about the Museum’s treasures through handling objects, art and craft activities, stories, songs and rhymes.
Suitable for 2-4 year olds and their carers.
Cost £3. Pre – booking is essential.

February Half term
Make and Take Space - Free

Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th February
10am - 1pm, 2pm - 4pm
Sign your name : Art and craft activities inspired by the colourful new exhibition 'So Near and Yet so Far'.

Explorer backpacks

Our explorer backpacks are a great way for families to explore the museum. Pith helmets at the ready!
Cost: £1