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Doncaster Museum & Art Gallery
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Chequer Road
Doncaster
DN1 2AE
South Yorkshire
England
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Collection details
Archaeology, Coins and Medals, Decorative and Applied Art, Fine Art, Land Transport, Music, Natural Sciences, Science and Technology, Social History, Weapons and War, World Cultures
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Contact details
General information (Tel)
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01302 734293
General information (Fax)
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01302 735409
E-mail
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museum@doncaster.gov.uk
Website
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www.doncaster.gov.uk/museums
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Open
Mon-Sat 1000-1700
Sunday 1400-1700
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Closed
Sun
Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day
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Admission charges
Admission Free
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Description
Located near the town centre the Museum is full of exciting collections depicting various aspects of natural history, archaeology, local history and fine and decorative art. There is a lively programme of temporary exhibitions throughout the year as well as fun and informative special activities catering for visitors of all ages and abilities. The Museum Shop stocks a range of postcards, souvenirs, books and items for children.
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Collections description
Natural history; archaeology; local history; fine and decorative art
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Articles
Archaeologists Find Early Saxon Burial Ground In Doncaster
The Search For Identity At Doncaster Museum & Art Gallery
From Jawans To Generals - Sikh Soldiers At Doncaster Museum
Grave Discovery Brings Viking Fashion To Doncaster Museum
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Events
Art Workshops for Adults
Workshop or activity session
Open Art Exhibition 2008
Exhibition (temporary)
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General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
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Collections
Specialist publications on collections available
Object identification and/or written enquiry service
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
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Disability Access
Braille information and/or interpretation
Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities
Large print information and/or interpretation
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Touch exhibits and/or handling sessions
Wheelchair access to all public areas
Wheelchairs available for loan
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Children and Families
Baby changing facilities
Events and resources for children and families
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General Education
Academic publications and resources available
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
Loan service
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
Teaching/resources available for HE/FE students
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Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Printed/audio-visual information available for schools
Secondary school education service available
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Facilities
Meeting room available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Research facilities for academics
Shop
Study facilities
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Information published here was believed to be correct at the time it was prepared. Welsh language pages developed with CYMAL: Museums Archives and Libraries Wales, funded by the Welsh Assembly Government.
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