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Dorman Museum

Housing the history of Middlesbrough, its industries and famous residents
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The museum houses the largest public collections worldwide of locally made Linthorpe Art Pottery and designs by Dr Christopher Dresser.

The Dorman also offers a great range of permanent display galleries to captivate visitors of all ages, from space to Middlesbrough through time.

For refreshments, check out the Victorian-style Dressers Tearoom, and for a perfect souvenir of your visit, don’t miss the museum shop, which sells exclusive Dresser merchandise.

Additional facilities include an education suite.

A colourful display of Linthorpe Art Pottery at the Dorman Museum

Linthorpe Art Pottery

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9 Upcoming Events at Dorman Museum

Spellbound Exhibition

1st December 2024 - 1st June 2025

Spellbound Exhibition

Dorman Museum

Middlesbrough Circle of Magicians is proud to present Spellbound Magic Exhibition

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Magic Rabbit Trail

22nd February 2025 - 1st June 2025

Magic Rabbit Trail

Dorman Museum

Can you find all the clues on our Magic Rabbit Trail?!

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Middlesbrough to the Max: Exhibition

1st May 2025 - 31st May 2025

Middlesbrough to the Max: Exhibition

Dorman Museum

Join us for this exhibition during Local History Month to celebrate and showcase Town Planner Max Lock.

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Dorman Museum Dresser Gallery Tour

15th May 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dorman Museum Dresser Gallery Tour

Dorman Museum

Christopher Dresser Gallery Tour as part of Local History Month

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Guided Tour –  Spellbound Magic Exhibition

18th May 2025 - 10:30am - 12:00pm

Guided Tour – Spellbound Magic Exhibition

Dorman Museum

Join us for a guided tour of the Spellbound Exhibition - Part of Local History Month

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Spellbound Exhibition – Free Entry Day

20th May 2025 - 10:00am - 4:00pm

Spellbound Exhibition – Free Entry Day

Dorman Museum

See our amazing Spellbound Magic Exhibition for free! As part of Local History Month

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Behind the Scenes – Store Tour

20th May 2025 - 11:00am - 2:00pm

Behind the Scenes – Store Tour

Dorman Museum

Come and discover unseen artifacts at the Dorman Museum - Part of Local History Month

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The Princess of Haverton Hill

23rd May 2025 - 10:30am - 12:00pm

The Princess of Haverton Hill

Dorman Museum

Join the archives team for this fascinating story. Part of Local History Month

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