The Barnard Castle treasure house opened in 1892. In recent months,the Bowes Museum has had its first major transformatiom in over a century. Its splendour is due to be fully revealed once more on the 14th February. With a revamped entrance hall and reception area. A glass corridor to the enlarged Cafe Bowes and an extended shop.
Whats on...
Reading Room Open Day 12 September, 10.30 - 12.30 & 2.00 - 4.00,
View the fabulous Reading Room at the very pinnacle of the Museum with its stunning view across the Dales. Staff and volunteers will be available for any questions you may have regarding the ...more
Gallery Talk - British Sporting Art 14 September, 2.30,
Join Laura Layfield, curator of British Sporting Art, for an introductory tour of the exhibition. No booking required. ...more
Seasonal Market 19 September, 10.00 - 4.00,
Free outdoor event in the Museum grounds, organised by Barnard Castle Farmers’ Market. ...more
Artist Workshop - Drawing Around the Museum 24 September, 10.00 - 5.00,
Join artist Linda Birch in Drawing Around the Museum, concentrating on finding unusual angles inside the Museum, and whether perspective matters or not! A project will be given on the day. ...more
Catherine Leonard Debut 25 September, 7.30,
Making her debut at The Bowes Museum, Catherine will play piano music from the Classical and Romantic periods, including works by Beethoven and Schumann. The Friends of The Bowes Museum Music Group ...more
Gallery Talk - British Sporting Art 28 September, 2.30,
Join Laura Layfield, curator of British Sporting Art, for an introductory tour of the exhibition. No booking required. ...more
Introductory Guided Tours 1 July - 30 September, 10.45 & 2.00,
Volunteers of the Friends of The Bowes Museum will be offering free guided tours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10.45 and 2.00 and on Saturdays and Sundays at 2.00 during the months of ...more
Object of the Month - The Gainford Stone Throughout September- Every Thursday at 2.30
Every object has a story to tell, and this series of free Gallery Talks highlights both well-loved and less familiar objects from the permanent collection. No booking required. This month's Object ...more
The Big Draw 23 October, 1.00 - 4.00,
Come along and take part in this annual event, which is rolled out across the country. ...more
Family Fun Day 26 October, 11.00 - 4.00,
A day of fun activities for all the family to celebrate Half Term. ...more
Object of the Month - Sappho Throughout October- Every Thursday at 2.30
Every object has a story to tell, and this series of free Gallery Talks highlights both well-loved and less familiar objects from the permanent collection. No booking required. This months Object ...more
Lantern Making Workshops 27 - 29 October, 11.00 – 1.00 & 2.00 – 4.00,
Have fun making a ‘withie’ lantern before returning for a grand parade on Saturday. £5.00 per lantern. Booking required on 01833 690606. ...more
Artist Workshop - Making an Abstract 29 October, 10.00 - 5.00,
Join artist Linda Birch as she chooses a painting from the Museum’s collection to interpret as an abstract, working in acrylics, pastels or watercolour. £28.00 Adults, £24.00 ...more
museumaker: Bird Sky lanterns 29 October, 10.00 - 4.00
An opportunity for young adults (aged 20-30 years) to draw, paint and cut out tissue paper birds to glue onto an eco-friendly biodegradable sky lantern for release at the launch of the museumaker ...more
Lantern Parade 30 October, from 5.30,
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Object of the Month - November Throughout November- Every Thursday at 2.30
Every object has a story to tell, and this series of free Gallery Talks highlights both well-loved and less familiar objects from the permanent collection. No booking required. ...more
Artist Workshop - Silver Point 26 November, 10.00 - 5.00,
Join artist Linda Birch for a masterclass on Silver Point, which appeared in Italy in the 15th Century and is perhaps best known in the work of Leonardo and Albrecht Durer. This method of drawing uses ...more
Christmas Carol Concert 10 December, 7.30,
Barnard Castle School Chapel Choir presents traditional carols and Christmas music with mulled wine and mince pies The Friends of The Bowes Museum Music Group Event For any queries or to book ...more
Christmas Market 19 December, 10.00 - 4.00,
This annual market has become a popular fixture in the Museum’s annual calendar. This free outdoor event takes place in the beautiful grounds. ...more
Object of the Month - December Throughout December- Every Thursday at 2.30
Every object has a story to tell, and this series of free Gallery Talks highlights both well-loved and less familiar objects from the permanent collection. No booking required. This months ...more
