Museum of East Dorset

29/05/2026

🦖 Final week of Dinosaur Adventure at the Museum of East Dorset 🦴

There’s still time to enjoy our roar-some Dinosaur Trail and prehistoric family activities before they disappear on 6 June 👣✨

Explore the museum and gardens, uncover fossils in the archaeological dig, spot colourful dinosaurs and enjoy hands on fun for all ages.

Perfect for a family day out this half term and a great way to keep little explorers entertained while learning through play 🌿

📅 Final week running until 6 June
🎟 Included with normal museum admission

Don’t miss your last chance to join the adventure 🦕

27/05/2026

What’s the story behind your favourite object?

Something you could never throw away, not because it’s expensive or rare, but because it means something to you.

The Museum of East Dorset is inviting people across East Dorset to loan an object or photograph for a new community exhibition celebrating local stories, memories and connections.

We want to showcase the everyday objects that hold meaning. Items that remind us of people, places, moments and pieces of our lives.

Selected objects will go on display at the Museum of East Dorset later this year, helping us create a shared portrait of East Dorset through the things people treasure most.

Even if your object isn’t selected for the physical exhibition, it may still be featured in a digital showcase so even more stories can be shared with the community.

If it matters to you, we’d love to hear its story 💚
🗓 Submissions open now until 3 August
📍 Museum of East Dorset
🔗 [https://museumofeastdorset.co.uk/object-exhibition-submissions2/](https://museumofeastdorset.co.uk/object-exhibition-submissions2/)

26/05/2026

Looking for ideas this half term? 🌿✨

There’s plenty happening at the Museum of East Dorset for families, visitors and explorers of all ages.

🦖 Dinosaur Trail
🎨 Dorset Arts Week
🌳 Droves and Downs exhibition
☕ Award winning tea room and beautiful gardens to enjoy

Whether you’re discovering dinosaurs, exploring local art or relaxing in the gardens with coffee and cake, there’s something for everyone this half term at MED.

Plan your visit and make a day of it 💚

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23/05/2026

🦖 Looking for something fun this half term? 🦴

Step into a prehistoric adventure at the Museum of East Dorset and explore our hands on Dinosaur Adventure activities 👣

Young explorers can get stuck into our archaeological dig, uncover hidden dinosaur bones and fossils, and discover what lies beneath the sand 🔍✨

And that’s not all… there’s even more dinosaur fun to enjoy around the museum and gardens, including trails, creative activities and plenty to explore 🦕

Perfect for curious minds and dinosaur lovers of all ages.

📅 Running this half term until 6 June
🎟 Included with normal museum admission

Come and see what you can discover ✨

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21/05/2026

21/05/2026

✨ Supporting Global Accessibility Awareness Day ✨

The Museum of East Dorset is proud to introduce its new Sensory Shed, a calming multi sensory retreat nestled within the museum garden, designed to welcome visitors of all ages and abilities 💫

Created as part of the museum’s ongoing commitment to accessibility and inclusion, the Sensory Shed offers a peaceful space to pause, explore, play and unwind during a museum visit

Operations Manager Andy Putt said: “Our aim here at Museum of East Dorset is to be accessible to all.”

Alongside the Sensory Shed, the museum also offers free sensory backpacks for visitors to use while exploring, modelled here by some of the brilliant members of our resident theatre company Millstream.

The backpacks include supportive items such as fidget toys, ear defenders and creative activities, all designed to help visitors with special educational needs get the most out of their museum experience

Together, these initiatives help create a welcoming environment where everyone can feel comfortable, supported and able to enjoy their visit

20/05/2026

19/05/2026

Planning your route around ? Make sure we’re on it 👀

We’re one of this year’s festival venues, with two exhibitions to explore during your visit!

🌿 Droves & Downs — A celebration of .chase’s landscapes, histories, and pathways through photography, drawing, painting and more.

🎨 Plus an exhibition by the in our Garden Room.

It’s also your LAST chance to see Droves & Downs before it closes.

📍 Museum of East Dorset
🗓 Dorset Art Weeks: 23 May – 7 June

We look forward to seeing you there 🙌🏼

19/05/2026

A moment to remember, reflect and connect 💙
Dementia Action Week is This week 18–24 May, and visitors to the Museum of East Dorset and gift shop can take part in a meaningful community installation supporting those affected by dementia
Experience the powerful Forget Me Knots tribute, with over 9,100 hand knitted blue and yellow flowers displayed throughout the museum as a symbol of remembrance, compassion and understanding
New for this year, a Memory Tree offers a simple but meaningful way to share a name or memory of someone special. Memory labels are available at the front desk
Part of the museum’s ongoing commitment to dementia friendly initiatives, this display invites visitors to pause, reflect and be part of a supportive Wimborne Dementia Friendly Community
Enjoy the display in the day time and lit up at night.

15/05/2026

✨ Discover the art of fused glass at the Museum of East Dorset ✨

Join us for our relaxed and friendly Summer and Autumn themed fused glass workshops, perfect for beginners and returning participants alike

Create your own beautiful glass artwork, including sun catchers and decorative pieces, while learning new techniques in a supportive and creative environment 💫

Led by experienced glass artist Linda, the session begins with a step bystep introduction to creating a small sun catcher, making it easy for anyone to get started, no cutting or previous experience needed

📅 Thursday 18 June & Thursday 24 September 2026
⏰ Doors 6.15pm | Workshop 6.30pm – 8.30pm
🎟 £45 per person
✔ Includes all materials and kiln firing

Participants will create 2–3 unique designs to take home, perfect for adding a touch of seasonal creativity to your home or garden 🌿

Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended

🔗 https://museumofeastdorset.co.uk/project/fused-glass-with-linda-rowe-2026/