Latest news

£1.7m of funding granted for cultural projects in Mansfield

Mansfield District Council has been awarded over £1.7m from Arts Council England to deliver creative and cultural activity in the community.

Newly uncovered black history to form part of exhibition in Mansfield Museum

October is Black History Month. During this time, Mansfield District Council’s museum curators and researchers have been busy behind the scenes researching Caribbean culture / history in the district.

Climate! How you can change the world exhibition now open

Climate! How we can change the world explores the small actions we can all take to make big changes to the planet.

Visit Mansfield Museum this Summer – it’s free to get in!

We have something to interest all ages this Summer so gather your family and friends and come to see us for events, exhibitions and even retail therapy!

Royal Society announces Places of Science grants for small museums

On International Museum Day 2022, 36 small museums across the UK were awarded funding of up to £3,500 by the Royal Society to engage communities with local science stories and projects.

Under 5's Stay & Play

Under 5's stay and play every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month

Bamfords auctioneers return!

Bamfords valuation events will return every month starting in May 2022.

Prepare for your visit with our welcome video

We know that many visitors with autism and other sensory conditions find it beneficial to prepare for their visit, that’s why we’ve created this welcome video.

New book hitting the shelves today.

New book hitting the shelves today!

New activities coming to the Museum

Here's a sneak peek of some of the new activities coming to the Museum.