Family Fun
We host a lively programme of family activities at weekends and during school holidays. Come and discover Durham's hidden past and enjoy hands-on activities for all the family.
See our What's On page for information on all our family activities.
Festival of British Archaeology
Come along to the Old Fulling Mill Museum this July and enjoy three weekends of special Festival of British Archaeology workshops and activities, especially for children. Visit our What's on page for further information and to book your place (spaces are strictly limited).
Current Exhibitions
Skeleton Science
Friday 18th May - Sunday 21st October 2012
This exhibition follows the story of excavated human remains from archaeological dig right through to university laboratory and offers museum visitors an insight into the world of cutting-edge research by bioarchaeologists at Durham University.
For further information visit our exhibitions page.
Once a key part of Durham's cloth-making industry, the Old Fulling Mill is now home to Durham University's Museum of Archaeology.
The collections on display provide a fascinating insight into the rich heritage of the North East of England, as well as showcasing items from across Europe. Highlights include outstanding Roman collections together with Anglo-Saxon, Medieval and Tudor finds from Durham city and the local area.
In addition to our permanent displays the Old Fulling Mill hosts regularly changing temporary exhibitions and a lively programme of family activities at weekends and during school holidays. Use the links on the left to find out more!
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Tweeted 6 days ago - 'The Romans are Coming' drop in craft activity for children at the Fulling Mill this Bank Holiday weekend.. http://t.co/FEImkqca
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