North Lincolnshire Museum

North Lincolnshire Museum North Lincolnshire Museum offers great day out for all the family.

Featuring a range of permanent galleries and a changing exhibition gallery, the museum offers a history experience for all the family.

02/06/2026

On Friday, 29 May 2026, the Rural Task Force visited North Lincolnshire Museum to speak to colleagues about our involvement with Heritage Crime across the region. All our officers are trained in many areas of policing but this is another specialism we carry as a team after training from Historic England.

We investigate all reports of illegal metal detecting, often referred to as "Nighthawking" where people will illegally search for and remove archaeological artefact's and antiquities from the ground.

This often leaves dozens of holes across land, damaging or destroying crops. The items are then sold on the black market or online auction sites.

This is straight up theft and not only does it cause damage it also affects our heritage and history.

Thank you to staff at North Lincolnshire Museum for having us and helping us to expand our knowledge on the subject.

If you want to know more about the and the work we do, come down to Messingham Show on Saturday, 6 June 2026 where we will be exhibiting our work.

Sonic archaeology?This object is made of copper alloy and is identified as a tuning peg for a post-medieval stringed mus...
02/06/2026

Sonic archaeology?

This object is made of copper alloy and is identified as a tuning peg for a post-medieval stringed musical instrument.

The tapered pin at the base of the peg fitted a hole drilled in the body, head or neck of the instrument.

The flat handle permitted tuning by turning the key, probably manually, to tighten or loosen strings.

Traces of the strings, which were made of twisted ‘cat gut’ (actually cattle or goat gut), hair, or metal wire, appear as grooves in the tapered base of the peg.

Strings made from organic materials were sensitive but needed frequent tuning as atmospheric conditions would alter the sound they made.

Techniques for making drawn metal wire were recorded from the 12th century. Metal strings are less liable to go out of tune, and some instruments were made to use them.

Musical instruments were played in the home as well as in public and for dances and religious services.

Supply taps from gas-burning appliances are sometimes mistakenly identified as tuning pegs. Gas taps have thicker dished oval handles and lack any signs of stringing.

Coal gas supply enjoyed a surprising reach from the mid-19th century to the later 20th. Taps from gas pokers or ovens are quite common finds from even isolated rural locations.

Found at Roxby cm Risby, North Lincolnshire

🌈 Museum Minis - FREE sessions for under 5s!Join us this Wednesday or Friday morning in Dudley’s Den, our dedicated Unde...
02/06/2026

🌈 Museum Minis - FREE sessions for under 5s!

Join us this Wednesday or Friday morning in Dudley’s Den, our dedicated Under 5s area, for a morning of fun and discovery. Enjoy hands-on activities where you and your little ones can learn and explore together ✨

🎟️ FREE, no need to book
⏰ 10:30am-11:30am, Wednesdays & Fridays (term time)

These sessions are suitable for under 5s and their parent/carer. They’re free to attend with no booking required, but please note that Dudley’s Den has a capacity of 20 (including adults and children), so arriving early is recommended.

🔎 https://northlincolnshiremuseum.co.uk/event/museum-minis/

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO VISIT 🚨Leaving on the 4th JuneIt’s been 30 years since Humberside was officially abolished in 1996, but...
02/06/2026

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO VISIT 🚨

Leaving on the 4th June

It’s been 30 years since Humberside was officially abolished in 1996, but for many, the memories, stories, and identity still remain. This special exhibition looks back at the creation, life, and legacy of Humberside, exploring how it shaped communities across the region and what it meant to the people who lived and worked there.

Discover fascinating photographs, documents, and personal stories that bring this unique chapter of local history back to life. Whether you remember Humberside first hand or are curious to learn more, this exhibition offers something for everyone.

This exhibition will re-open at Scunthorpe Central Library on 5 June.

It’s Volunteers' Week, and we want to say a huge thank you to all of the incredible volunteers who support North Lincoln...
01/06/2026

It’s Volunteers' Week, and we want to say a huge thank you to all of the incredible volunteers who support North Lincolnshire Museum.

Your passion helps bring our museums and heritage to life for our communities and visitors alike and we truly couldn’t do it without you.

Thank you for everything you do!🙏

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01/06/2026

Visited North Lincolnshire Museum recently? 👀

Tell us what you think! Your review helps support the museum and lets others know what to expect.

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Today we commemorate 52 years since the Flixborough Disaster. Two years ago, the museum developed an exhibition centred ...
01/06/2026

Today we commemorate 52 years since the Flixborough Disaster.

Two years ago, the museum developed an exhibition centred on the event. Nearly 400 items were donated, including photographs, documents, letters and ID cards. Importantly, we also collected 200 personal memories shared by members of the public. This remarkable archive represents an important part of North Lincolnshire's history.

Looking for a free family activity this weekend? 🎨Come to North Lincolnshire Museum for fun themed weekend crafts inspir...
30/05/2026

Looking for a free family activity this weekend? 🎨

Come to North Lincolnshire Museum for fun themed weekend crafts inspired by our collections, with new craft activities every week!

👨‍👩‍👧Suitable for children of all ages
📍No need to book
💛Completely FREE

Drop-in sessions:
Saturday: 10.30am – 3.30pm
Sunday: 1.30pm – 3.30pm

Come along, and get creative!

Find out more:
https://northlincolnshiremuseum.co.uk/event/dudley-discovers-make-and-take-weekend-crafts/

Fossil FridayThis specimen contains a tiny fossilised fish scale, which can be seen indicated by the black arrow. It was...
29/05/2026

Fossil Friday
This specimen contains a tiny fossilised fish scale, which can be seen indicated by the black arrow. It was found in the Aymestry Limestone in Shropshire. The Aymestry Limestone formation was laid down in a warm shallow sea during the Silurian period, between 423 and 419 million years ago.

Here are some of the fantastic self-portraits created by our visitors. Can you spot your portrait? ✏️As a part of our Up...
29/05/2026

Here are some of the fantastic self-portraits created by our visitors. Can you spot your portrait? ✏️

As a part of our Up Our Road exhibition at the North Lincolnshire Museum, we’re inviting everyone to get creative and have a go at drawing their own self-portrait. Feel free to grab a pencil during your visit and create your own.

Why not come along and see the exhibition for yourself? We’d love to see what you create.

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North Lincolnshire Museum, Oswald Road
Scunthorpe
DN157BD

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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