In Search of Mary Anning: New Discoveries A temporary exhibition Free with Museum Admission We know Mary Anning’s discoveries. We know far less about Mary Anning herself. In Search of Mary Anning: New Discoveries is a new exhibition that brings together a collection of artefacts to piece together a portrait of one of history’s most […]
‘Wish You Were Here!’ by Caro Lester Artist & designer Caro Lester’s print and illustration work is vibrant, graphic and contemporary, inspired by the beautiful colours and light of Dorset’s coast and gardens. Her practice is centred around sketchbook work, drawing at the beach to document the landscape, plants, buildings, boats and people at work […]
Learn about Lyme’s colourful past with Guide Carl Holland. (1.5hrs) Please meet outside the Museum 5 minutes before the Walk. Book a walk here Instructions for booking: Please select the amount of tickets you would like and click ‘Continue’. Choose a Walk date (only dates with availability will show on the calendar). Click ‘Continue’ and […]
See and hear about Lyme’s spooky side on an evening Ghost Walk with Guide Carl Holland! Fiery puritan preachers, smugglers and pirates, shipwrecked mariners, a headless royal duke and a ghostly dog who rescues a sailor are just a few of the ghostly beings you will encounter on this spine chilling journey…no extra charge for […]
An Illustrated Talk '40 Years of the Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre' by Ali Ferris Thursday 1st October, 2.30pm at Woodmead Hall, Lyme Regis Members: £3.00 Visitors: £5.00 Book online in advance or pay on the door. (Card payments accepted) Enquiries to David Cox: 07800 895351
TO THE SEA – Legends of Lyme Writing Workshop with Sarah Acton Join writer and performer Sarah Acton for a fascinating one day writing workshop delving into the ghost stories, legends and maritime myths of Lyme Regis. Working with objects, photographs and records from the Museum’s Maritime Gallery, you will consider multiple viewpoints, question what […]
Combine your visit to Lyme Regis Museum with an entertaining Town History Walk by one of our knowledgeable Museum Guides. Redeem your entry ticket anytime from 10am in the Museum. Meet outside the Museum for the Walk. TOWN WALK – Our Guide, Peter, has been living in Lyme Regis since 2018 after retiring from the […]
Palaeo Poster Printing Workshop with Silk Crystal Pull your own print featuring a Lyme Regis inspired design celebrating Mary Anning guided by designer Dan from Silk Crystal Studio. Choose your paper, print, and take home your very own palaeo poster whilst learning about the link between fossils and patterns and how it reflects in day […]
T-Rex Clay Modelling Workshop Join Creative Clay for All on Tuesday 27th October for a roarsome T-Rex Clay Modelling Workshop – the perfect half term activity for budding young palaeontologists and dinosaur lovers of all ages! Get hands-on with clay and create your very own Tyrannosaurus Rex to take home as a prehistoric keepsake. No […]
Join us for a Spooktacular Night at the Museum on Thursday 29th October – a frightfully fun evening for all the family! After dark, the Museum takes on a whole new atmosphere… come dressed in your best Halloween costume and enjoy a spine-tingling evening of spooky stories, fossil forensics and creepy crafts – the perfect […]
Combine your visit to Lyme Regis Museum with an entertaining Town History Walk by one of our knowledgeable Museum Guides. Redeem your entry ticket anytime from 10am in the Museum. Meet outside the Museum for the Walk. TOWN WALK – Our Guide, Peter, has been living in Lyme Regis since 2018 after retiring from the […]