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Managed by Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums on behalf of South Tyneside Council
Opening hours
| Monday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 11:30 - 16:00 |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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19 July lifting of restrictions:
You no longer need to pre-book a time for your visit. To ensure the wellbeing of visitors and staff we will be monitoring numbers to ensure the museum does not become too crowded. We also recommend that you wear a face covering when you visit.
Find out about planning your visit.
Help us ensure art, culture & heritage continue to make a positive impact in our region. Donate today.
We hope you enjoy your visit!
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Sheila from Shields, her cat and the rainbow
81 years of Sheila Graber’s inspirational art and animation (Monday 17 May - Saturday 30 October)
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Meet artist Sheila Graber
Sheila will be at the museum talking to visitors whilst working on some new animations
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Tuesday 10 August & Saturday 18 September. Have fun turning your finger-prints into felines (and other creatures).
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Tuesday 3 August. Be inspired by Sheila Graber's nature paintings and create your own miniature nature painting.
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Tuesday 31 August. Have fun creating your very own friendship bands using PAWsome mini animal charms.
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Saturday 25 September. Cut-out and hand-sew a fabric feline. Make it PAWsome by adding buttons and bows.
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Have a go at classic games such as Skippies, American Skippies, 2/3 Balls, Hopscotch and several other street games that have been lost to current generations.
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The Victorian Pantry Tea Room
Take a seat at one of the vintage tables and be served by our friendly staff in costume dress.
Bringing South Tyneside’s history to local audiences and to our followers right across the globe.
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For schools and home
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Activities inspired by the museum collection.
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Inspiring Children through museum collections.
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Playful activities for families to enjoy at home.
Appeal for shipyard memories and memorabilia
We need your shipyard memories and memorabilia to feature in an exhibition next summer!
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