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What's New

First Iron Age gold jewellery ever found in the north of England

First Iron Age gold jewellery ever found in the north of England

Dated: 21/11/2011

Our appeal to keep stunning 2,000 year old torcs discovered near Tadcaster - Donate here!  Read more

Hidden area of York set to be opened to public for spring 2012

Hidden area of York set to be opened to public for spring 2012

Dated: 02/08/2011

A once hidden area of York could be transformed into a new landscaped garden and arts space as early as spring 2012.  Read more

York Mystery Plays launch

York Mystery Plays launch

2 - 27 August

Watch a new film about next summer's spectacular production in the Museum Gardens Read more

Sail away with the Vikings!

Sail away with the Vikings!

13 - 17 February

Help us make a longboat and find out about Viking fashion this half term holiday Read more

What our Visitors Think

 York Visitor Attraction of the Year 2011

 

"I thought the transformation of the museum was stunning – beautifully designed and laid out, accessible and informative. A light airy space. Being a York resident, I came many times previously and quite liked the old fashioned feel of the place, but I am completely won over."

Visitor to the Yorkshire Museum