Great North Museum: Hancock

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Great North Nights: Out of this World

Embark on an otherworldly journey (Friday 26 April)

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Space Investigators - Astronomy in the North East

A multi-sensory journey into the hidden worlds of the Universe.

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Opening times

Free entry. Last entry is 15 minutes before closing time.

You can find information about planning your visit here.

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	11am - 4pm

Visitor information

We will be closed from 2pm on Thursday 18 April for essential staff training. Regular hours will resume on Friday 19 April.

We are closed on the morning of Wednesday 24 April for essential staff training. We will open to the public at 12.30pm.

The Library will be closed on Wednesday 24 April, Monday 6 and 27 May 2024.

The external platform lift on the right side of the building is out of order. Please use the accessible ramp on the left side of the building. Plan your visit here.

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Contact

Great North Museum: Hancock
Barras Bridge
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2 4PT

(0191) 208 6765