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Middlesbrough is home to an international art gallery, innovative and experimental art spaces, and iconic museums filled with fascinating artefacts.

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A day out with friends in Middlesbrough

A day out with friends in Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough is the perfect place to meet up with your friends for a day out on the town

Captain Cook Birthplace Museum

Captain Cook Birthplace Museum

Telling the story of Captain James Cook - a world navigator and mariner

Central Library

Central Library

The centrepiece of the town's library offer, set in a historic building

Centre Square

Centre Square

A calm and tranquil outdoor space in central Middlesbrough complete with landscaped areas, benches and a water fountain

Dorman Museum

Dorman Museum

Housing the history of Middlesbrough, its industries and famous residents

Gallery TS1

Gallery TS1

An art gallery and shop showcasing some of the best local creative talent.

MIMA

MIMA

MIMA is an international art gallery and museum connecting art, people and ideas

Navigator North

Navigator North

An artist led organisation which raises the profile of artists and creative practice, inspiring visual artists and creative communities to thrive

Ormesby Hall

Ormesby Hall

The National Trust property is a green oasis in the heart of industrial Middlesbrough

Pineapple Black

Pineapple Black

An artist-run contemporary space showcasing the best local, national, and international talent

Platform A

Platform A

Representing emerging and established artists

Public art

Public art

Stewart Park

Stewart Park

Surrounded by woodland, the park covers 120 acres of stunning green space for visitors to enjoy

Tees Sculpture Trail

Tees Sculpture Trail

Discover a series of 25 new artworks across the Tees Valley, where you can spot five sculptures here in Middlesbrough.

The Auxiliary

The Auxiliary

Galleries, studios and a workshop and performance space accessible to local, national, and international artists

Things to do on our doorstep

Things to do on our doorstep

We love Middlesbrough, but there's loads of incredible things to do on our doorstep

Things to do with kids in Middlesbrough

Things to do with kids in Middlesbrough

Looking for things to do with the kids in Middlesbrough? From state-of-the-art attractions to museums and everything in between, you'll find it here

Things to do with teenagers in Middlesbrough

Things to do with teenagers in Middlesbrough

Looking for things to do with teenagers in Middlesbrough? From sports to arts and everything in between, you'll find it all here