Welcome to the
Museum of
Archaeology
The Museum of Archaeology's collections range from the prehistoric to the post-medieval. A major new gallery showcasing the Museum's collections is now open at Palace Green Library.
Discover our collections
Search Durham collections using our new online database. Explore items from the Museum of Archaeology that aren't on display.
Online exhibition
Binchester Exposed
Our online exhibition explores Binchester Roman Fort and gives an insight into life in the North of the Roman Empire.
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A reminder of things past... a good selection of interesting history and finds.
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A very interesting place... I was with a group of children who found it fun!
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OPENING HOURS AND ADMISSION
Open to all
Our new gallery is now open at Palace Green Library. The gallery will be open Monday, 12 – 5pm and Tuesday to Sunday, 10am – 5pm.
| Adults | Free | |
| Concessions | Free | |
| Children (over 5) | Free | |
| Infants | Free | |
| Durham University Campus Card holders | Free |
TEACHING AND RESEARCH
Our collections are available to anyone for research and to support teaching and lifelong learning. Our staff will be happy to help you.
4SCHOOLS
Discover our wide range of school visits, from Romans and Normans, to Tudors and Victorians. All sessions are now available in our new gallery.
- 'Death on the Nile' lecture on the ancient Egyptian afterlife by Helen Strudwick 2-4pm on Sat 8th Oct @dumuseums https://t.co/W8KfyhM1LC
12 hours ago - Sink or swim? Children can make their own dragon boat today, drop in 1-3pm @dumuseums https://t.co/XdZWplR7Up
2 days ago - A wonderful array of artistic talent can be seen all over the north east as part of #IPB16 between now and 30 Oct https://t.co/LDGsvooT2h
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