SPECIAL EXHIBITION open now

Step behind the scenes with this brand new exhibition for 2025, bringing rarely seen objects out of the store to showcase the fascinating and unique stories from Pickering’s past.

From everyday objects with surprising histories to remarkable finds, these objects have been carefully selected by volunteers and community groups.

Which will be your favourite? Look out for the ‘Vote for Me’ signs to have your say. 

There’s also a special trail to help younger visitors explore.

This exhibition has been brought to you with funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Find out more and cast your vote online.

Wednesdays at 1pm – 10, 17 and 24 September, 1 and 8 October

From the Ice Age to the Modern Age, join us on Wednesday afternoons for a guided walk to explore the hidden history of this thriving market town. Discover historic buildings, famous landmarks and royal connections and learn about the notable people who shaped the town. Book via the website or by calling into the museum to meet a member of our friendly team.

The walk is approximately one mile and has a slight gradient and some steps. Meet at the museum.

If you would like to book for a group at an alternative time or through the winter please email us:  [email protected] (Charges are £60 for a maximum of 8 people.)

Thursdays at 11am – 25 Sept, 2 and 9 October

From the Ice Age to the Modern Age, join us on Thursday mornings for a guided walk to explore the hidden history of this thriving market town. Discover historic buildings, famous landmarks and royal connections and learn about the notable people who shaped the town. Book via the website or by calling into the museum to meet a member of our friendly team.

The walk is approximately one mile and has a slight gradient and some steps. Meet at the museum.

If you would like to book for a group at an alternative time or through the winter please email us:  [email protected] (Charges are £60 for a maximum of 8 people.)

From Monday 1 September

Explore our brand new exhibition, sharing the story of this wonderful Pickering man and the Smith family more widely – including Sydney’s wife Maud, and children Barbara and Eddie.

‘Sydney Smith / Beyond Photography’ sets the context of studio photography in the first half of the 20th century and the way this artform was changing and developing in exciting ways. There’s also a chance to explore previously rarely-scene photos of the Smith family at leisure. 

Saturday 20 September 10.30am – 3.30pm

Free Entry

Sneak a peak behind the scenes at the museum. If you’ve ever wondered what a museum store looks like this is your opportunity to find out! Join our curitorial team as they reveal how we store and care for over 50,000 objects.

Think like a curator with our interactive activities. Identify mystery objects, compare artefacts and consider what to collect for the future.

Younger visitors can enjoy our family trail, fun games, dressing up, and crafty activities – perfect for curious minds and busy hands.

FULLY BOOKED Tuesday 23 September, 1 – 3pm

Tickets £20

Come and learn the art of quilling, making your own decorated card to take home. All materials are included as part of this relaxed, two-hour workshop.

Saturday 27 September 2025, 1pm – 3pm. 

Tickets £20

Learn about the process of screen printing with artist Hannah Turlington. Hannah has been spending quite a bit of time with us this summer as one of our artists in residence, exploring and responding to the collection and working with visitors.

In this workshop, you can learn how to set up a screen, create a template (using a silhouette of an object from the Museum’s collections) and then print your own bag to take home.

All material required are provided. Book your tickets online – here

Monday 29 September 2025, 1.00 pm – 3.30pm

Tickets £20

Learn to crochet a Granny Square in a warm and welcoming environment with Imelda.

No experience or equipment required – only your enthusiasm.

Take home your crocheted Granny Square, your crochet hook and a new skill.

Book your tickets online – here

We’re absolutely delighted to take part in the 1940’s weekend of events, being organised across Eden Camp Museum and Pickering.

With huge thanks to Pickering Town CIC for their involvement with this event, we’ll be bringing you lots to do across our site on the Friday, Saturday and Sunday:

Call by for lots to do:

Visit the ‘Learning Zone’ by the beck

Take part in our Walking Tours of Pickering at War

Watch the D-Day video in the Courtyard Room

Don’t miss our brand new 1940’s costume display