Museums

View article Have your say on a piece of history

Have your say on a piece of history

19th February 2020

A public vote is being launched for people to have their say on which historic artefacts they would like to see as part of future exhibitions. From Monday 24 February, items from Hull’s Maritime Museum will go head-to-head in a daily competition in which the public can chose their favourite pieces to form part of […]

View article Historic maritime paintings return to Hull

Historic maritime paintings return to Hull

31st January 2020

A number of historic maritime paintings from the Hull Maritime Museum’s collection, which were conserved early last year, are returning to the city. Last year, 35 paintings were identified and prioritised by those most in need of conservation. Work to treat the paintings was carried out early last year. The final 23 paintings have returned […]

View article 5 things to do in Hull this week

5 things to do in Hull this week

29th January 2020

With 2020 well and truly up and running, here’s five fantastic events happening in Hull this week. 1. Navigate Hull City Centre Thursday 30 January until Saturday 1 February 5pm until 9pm each evening Free Navigate will consist of 4 installations in the city centre 👇 🟡 – Meridian (City Hall) 🟣 – Zenith (Queen […]

View article Hull Maritime Museum doors locked ahead of stunning £11m revamp

Hull Maritime Museum doors locked ahead of stunning £11m revamp

22nd January 2020

The doors are now locked at Hull Maritime Museum ahead of an exciting £11m transformation. The major refurbishment will feature stunning new exhibitions and improved access while also revealing more of the building’s original Victorian architecture. Building work will take about 19 months before new exhibitions are installed and collections returned. It is hoped the […]

View article Hull to display stunning helmets worn in battle by Persian Empire soldiers

Hull to display stunning helmets worn in battle by Persian Empire soldiers

20th January 2020

Ornate helmets worn in battle by Persian Empire soldiers will go on display in Hull next month. Exploring Islamic Art: helmets will be on show at Hull and East Riding Museum from Monday 10 February to Sunday 29 March. The collection consists of two “kulah khud” helmets worn by Persian Empire soldiers in the 18th […]

View article Watch as divers survey Arctic Corsair’s hull ahead of major restoration

Watch as divers survey Arctic Corsair’s hull ahead of major restoration

16th January 2020

A dive survey of the Arctic Corsair has been completed. The dive looked at the condition of the historic trawler’s hull as part of detailed assessment of work needed ahead of its major restoration. The inspection was undertaken by naval architect firm Beckett Rankine, which was appointed by Hull City Council, with the support of […]

View article Discover ‘fascinating history’ of Queens Gardens ahead of £4.3m transformation

Discover ‘fascinating history’ of Queens Gardens ahead of £4.3m transformation

13th January 2020

It is no secret that one of the city’s most popular green spaces will soon undergo a major £4.3m refurbishment. But not everyone in the city knows about the ‘remarkable’ past of Queens Gardens – which was a thriving dock 250 years ago. Now a Hull historian has delved into the fascinating history of the […]

View article 5 things to do in Hull this weekend

5 things to do in Hull this weekend

9th January 2020

The Christmas decorations are up in the loft once more, new year’s resolutions are long-forgotten and social calendars are emptier than Santa’s sleigh. Yet January is no reason to feel down as Hull hosts stage shows and exhibitions galore during the dreaded month, starting this weekend. Here are 5 things to do in Hull over […]

View article Christmas opening times for Hull museums and galleries

Christmas opening times for Hull museums and galleries

20th December 2019

It’s nearly Christmas and many people will be planning on visiting Hull’s fantastic galleries and museums over the festive holidays. Here are the Christmas opening times for Ferens Art Gallery, Hull Maritime Museum and the Museums Quarter, which are operated by Hull Culture and Leisure. Monday 23 December 10am-3.30pm Tuesday 24 December Closed Wednesday 25 […]

View article Hull Maritime Museum to close as £11m major refurb begins

Hull Maritime Museum to close as £11m major refurb begins

19th December 2019

Hull’s much-loved Maritime Museum will close its doors on Sunday 19 January for the start of an £11m major refurbishment. It signals the start of work on Hull’s huge maritime project as works to the museum’s main entrance get under way. A new ramp at the front entrance will improve access for disabled visitors and […]

View article Hull wins £255,000 towards huge maritime heritage project

Hull wins £255,000 towards huge maritime heritage project

18th December 2019

The team behind Hull’s ambitious maritime project has secured more than £255,000 to conserve some of the city’s most important artefacts. The funding will help plug a £2.6m shortfall needed to hit £27.4m needed for the Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City project. The successful bids were made to the John Ellerman Foundation for £170,000 and Arts […]

View article Decade of transformation: How Hull has changed in the past 10 years

Decade of transformation: How Hull has changed in the past 10 years

17th December 2019

It’s been an incredible decade for Hull. The past 10 years have seen FA Cup and Challenge Cup finals for both sides of the city, the arrival of Siemens and, of course, UK City of Culture. Hull is certainly different to how it was 10 years ago, with millions of pounds of investment regenerating and […]