The Story

‘Back to School’ family activities
Sunday 15th September
A day of interactive activities for families on the theme of ‘Back to School’ in the history of County Durham.
Drop in.

Site tours
Sunday 8th, Sunday 15th
Join us for guided tours of the exhibitions, the restored Georgian Mount Oswald ceremony rooms, and research facilities at The Story. Places limited, booking required.

‘Behind the Scenes’ collections store tours
Saturday 7th, Thurs 12th, Fri 13th, Sat 14th.
Join one of our curators for guided tours of the Durham Light Infantry collections store highlighting key objects and stories. Booking and photo ID required.

‘Behind the Scenes’ collections store tours
Sunday 8th & Sunday 15th – 11:00 / 13:00
Join one of our archivists for guided tour of the Durham County Archives, picking out store highlights, key objects and stories.
45 minute duration
10 spaces – booking required

Collections Room display
Sunday 8th, Sunday 15th
Opportunity to view and handle items from our collections on Sunday 8th and Sunday 15th as The Story team pick out personal highlights and share stories in the research area.
Drop in.

Mount Oswald open days
Sunday 8th, Sunday 15th
The restored grade II listed Mount Oswald building is now used to host private elegant ceremonies. Join us either Sunday when we can offer rare access to everyone.
Drop in.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 07 September:

Behind the Scenes Collection Store tours 11:00 & 13:00. Booking and photo ID required (10 max)

Sunday 08 September:

Collections Room display 10:00-16:00; Site tours 12:00 & 14:00. Collections Store tours 11:00 / 13:00. Booking required via The Story website for tours (10 max each). Mount Oswald Open Day

Wednesday 11 September:

Pop Up in Seaham Library 10:00-12:00

Thursday 12 September:

Pop Up in Newton Aycliffe Library 10:30-12:30. ‘Behind the Scenes Collection Store tours 13:00, booking and photo ID required (10 max).

Friday 13 September:

Pop Up in Clayport Library (Durham City) 11:00-13:00. Behind the Scenes Collection Store tours 13:00, booking and photo ID required (10 max).

Saturday 14 September:

Behind the Scenes Collection Store tours 11:00 & 13:00. Booking and photo ID required (10 max)

Sunday 15 September:

Collections Room display 10:00-16:00; Site tours 12:00 & 14:00. Collections Store tours 11:00 / 13:00. Booking required via The Story website for tours (10 max each). Mount Oswald Open day.

Location & directions

The Story, Mount Oswald, South Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 3TQ

Directions:

The Story is accessed from South Road, Durham and there are heritage (brown signs) to direct you to the entrance.

Contact on day:

[email protected]

Telephone number:

+443000268888

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Collections Store tours - booking and photo ID required, 10 people max. Site tours - booking required, 10 people max. Family Activities - booking required. Collection Room displays, Library pop ups and Mount Oswald open days - drop in. Full details of the events and booking information available on The Story website.

Booking telephone number:

+443000268888

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www.thestorydurham.org/whats-on/

Booking opens:

28 Aug 2024 12:00 PM

Additional information

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