Outreach event in Newcastle ahead of national energy research institute conference
Young people in Newcastle are set to explore green energy solutions ahead of 500-person academic conference on battery energy storage in the city. Taking place from 10-12 September 2024 at Newcastle University, the Faraday... Read More
Last chance to see Turner: Art, Industry & Nostalgia at the Laing Art Gallery
This is your last chance to see Turner: Art, Industry & Nostalgia at the Laing Art Gallery, which closes on 7 September 2024. Join over 24,000 people who have seen the exhibition so far.... Read More
New North East cultural partnerships announced
Northumbria University has announced partnerships with two of the North East’s largest cultural organisations in a move that will cement the region’s reputation for excellence in the cultural and creative industries. Northumbria has joined... Read More
North East businesses raise over £50,000 for local museums
North East businesses have raised over £50,000 at a special event hosted by Fenwick Newcastle to raise funds for Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums’ programmes for communities. The fundraising event at Arthur’s Music... Read More
Famous Downing Street corridor showcases collection of Newcastle artworks
Nine artworks from the Laing Art Gallery collection in Newcastle have gone on display in 10 Downing Street’s corridor leading from the famous black door through to the Cabinet Room. The display will showcase... Read More
Laing Art Gallery announces ‘National Treasure’ J.M.W Turner loan as part of the National Gallery’s 200 Year Celebrations
The Laing Art Gallery is delighted to announce that it has been chosen as one of the twelve partner venue locations taking part in National Treasures, twelve displays of loaned paintings all opening on... Read More
NGI publishes report to celebrate a year of impact with partners
NGI's newly published report showcases £2.25m funding for tourism and job creation while celebrating a year of impactful partnerships for the North East.... Read More
Journalist and former MP appointed Chair of regional museum group
Journalist, author and former Member of Parliament, Chris Mullin has been appointed as the new Chair of Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums’ Strategic Board – the organisation that manages nine of the region’s most popular... Read More
New thrilling fantasy adventure experience to open at the Great North Museum: Hancock
Newcastle University’s Great North Museum: Hancock is preparing for the opening of a brand-new interactive exhibition – an original fantasy adventure in which the visitor becomes the hero. Part immersive story, part live-action game,... Read More
£30,000 raised at fundraising event to support art, culture & heritage
Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums (TWAM) has raised over £30,000 with support from generous local businesses and individuals at a special fundraising event held at Arthur’s Music & Dining Club, at Fenwick Newcastle. Proceeds from the event will help the museum service, which manages nine... Read More
The Late Shows 2023 – dates confirmed for NewcastleGateshead’s annual culture crawl
One of the biggest events in Newcastle and Gateshead’s cultural calendars, The Late Shows will take place across two nights in May 2023, Friday 19 and Saturday 20. The award-winning free late-night culture crawl... Read More