Discovery Museum (Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums)
Discovery Museum
Blandford Square
Newcastle & Gateshead
Tyne and Wear
NE1 4JA
England
Website
www.twmuseums.org.uk/discovery
Telephone
Enquiries
0191 232 6789
Textphone users
18001 0191 232 6789
Fax
0191 230 2614
Discover all about life in Newcastle and Tyneside, from the area's renowned maritime history and world-changing science and technology right through to fashion through the ages and military history. The museum is bursting with interactive displays, which makes it the perfect place to learn and have fun.
Explore Newcastle's past from Romans to the present day; Tyneside inventions that changed the world; a fun approach to science and take a walk through fashion. Discover a great day out all under one roof!
There is also a wet-play gallery specifically designed for the under sevens.
This museum has a Designated Collection of national importance.
Venue Type:
Museum
Additional info
Discovery Museum has the following facilities for visitors:
Lift available
Accessible toilets
Male and female toilet facilities
Assistance available if required
Facilities for Deaf people and hard of hearing
Facilities for Blind people and partially sighted
Assistance and Guide dogs admitted
Baby changing facilities
Gift shop
Hot and cold meals
Hot and cold drinks
Teachers' Packs
Worksheets for groups
Under 7 year old resources: soft play and Playtyne Gallery
Discovery Museum houses the finest collections of scientific and technical material outside London and keeps important collections of maritime history, social history, regimental militaria and costume.
For more than two centuries developments in science, technology and industry which were pioneered or became established in Tyne & Wear had a powerful influence world-wide. Such influence is, arguably, unsurpassed by that of any other region of comparable size and population.
Examples of world 'firsts' include Charles Parson's 'Turbinia', the first vessel to be powered by steam turbine, and Joseph Swan's historic lightbulbs.
This museum has a Designated Collection of national importance.
Collection details
Weapons and War, Social History, Science and Technology, Maritime, Industry, Costume and Textiles
Key artists and exhibits
- Designated Collection
Trailblazers
A new exhibition exploring the achievements of women who have made a significant contribution to the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) industries, both historically and today.
The exhibition includes 24 portraits, drawn mainly from the National Portrait Gallery’s collection, of women who have made their mark in science and technology during the past 250 years.
From the pioneering naval architect Rachel Parsons (who was also the daughter of Charles Parsons, inventor of the steam turbine) to the contemporary scientist and inventor Lydia Arnold, the stories of these women will be set against a backdrop of changing attitudes to women in society generally, and in particular to their role in STEM.
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Free.
Website
http://www.twmuseums.org.uk/discovery/whats-on/exhibitions/trailblazers.html
West End Stories
A new exhibition created with people from the West end of Newcastle seeks to answer these questions and reveals stories about life in the West end.
The exhibition presents films, objects and photographs that uncover the rich and diverse heritage of the area, including photographs by the late Jimmy Forsyth, who documented city life; and objects which reveal the West end's Roman past.
Look out for our programme of talks and events to complement this exhibition - details coming soon.
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Free
Website
http://www.twmuseums.org.uk/discovery/whats-on/exhibitions/west-end-stories.html
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