Lincoln Museum
Usher Gallery: Thursday – Monday 10am – 4pm
Muse Coffee Bar: Thursday - Monday 11am - 3pm
Lincoln Museum: Closed for redevelopment
Free Entry
A new exhibition featuring interactive digital artwork created by Genetic Moo and The Creative Collective, inspired by the themes found in Microworld: Lincoln. This exhibition features objects from our collection selected by Genetic Moo alongside new works created by members of the Creative Collective. Read more…
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Usher Open Exhibition from 1 October 2022 - 8 January 2023. Read more…
Showcasing the best of vinyl album artwork from 1949 - 2021. Read more…
A celebration of scale, colour and movement in this exhibition of watercolour paintings by renowned British painter, David Remfry MBE RA. Read more…
Jeanette Killner: Natural Collections, The Courtyard Gallery, 4 February until 16 April 2023. Read more…
A new exhibition presenting works by MA Fine Art students from The University of Lincoln, drawing on original objects and artworks from the museum’s collection. Read more…
Discover what incredible things can happen when you open up the doors of the gallery to new and enthusiastic voices. Read more…
Discover how a teacher from Lincolnshire changed our world forever. Read more…
The North Sea Observatory (NSO) will host Harriet Plewis as artist in residence in this stunning building. Read more…
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Come and visit the reunion of 27 of the 30 St Barnabas HeART trail sculptures in Lincoln Museum! Read more…
Join our panel of experts, artists and led by award winning speaker and curator Ghislaine Boddington to explore how rapid innovation in AI is enabling artists and academics to explore and challenge the parameters of practice, inclusion and engagement through experimentation and engagement with audiences and visitors. Read more…
A relaxed and informal arts and conversation session for artists with disabilities and their support workers. Read more…
Discover the psychedelic work of internationally acclaimed disabled artist Jason Wilsher-Mills in this thought provoking and fun exhibition. Read more…
The Society for Lincolnshire History and Archaeology celebrate their Golden Jubilee in this new exhibition on display in the Courtyard Gallery from 20 April to 22 June 2024. Read more…
Exhibition of new work by University of Lincoln MA in Fine Art students taking as their starting point the traces of making found within the museum's collection. Read more…
The next exciting stage of Lincoln Museum’s redevelopment will begin on 14 October 2024. Read more…
Discover and explore works from our collection in a whole new light! From January to March 2025. Read more…
An exciting exhibition of new work produced in response to the Usher Gallery’s archive by artists currently undertaking the University of Lincoln’s MA Fine Art. Read more…
Currently on display in the Orientation Hall: In 2021, people across Lincolnshire commemorated their experience of COVID-19 by designing ceramic tiles in the style of those adorning church floors during the Black Death. Read more…
The Collection Museum will be hosting a series of special talks throughout the day on Saturday 1 October to celebrate Lincolnshire Day from 10am to 4pm. Read more…
Join the artists behind the Making Up Your Street project as they unveil their new community artwork at Bridge Hub on Newark Road on Friday 7 October from 10am. Read more…
Lindum Books Presents: Alexander McCall Smith. The author of much-loved No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency series will be joining us in conversation with Tim Rideout about his three new titles: A Song of Comfortable Chairs (No.1 Ladies' series), Sweet Remnants of Summer (Isabel Dalhousie series) and The Exquisite Art of Getting Even (his new short story collection). Read more…
Kate Mosse is an award-winning novelist, of eight novels and short-story collections, including bestselling Gothic fiction The Winter Ghosts and The Taxidermist’s Daughter. Read more…
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Lincoln’s annual zine fest - a celebration of the DIY community in Lincolnshire and beyond. Read more…
Music has inspired many incredible films and we are bringing a fantastic line-up to The Collection this autumn. Join us on these Sunday afternoons as we enjoy some of these film classics, chosen to inspire you to start a record collection. Read more…
Calling teachers of Y12 and Y13 students for this exciting National Gallery Articulation Discovery Day in Lincoln. Bring your students to develop their critical analysis, research and public speaking skills about the art works and collections in the Usher Gallery. Read more…
Adam Frost is a British garden designer known for his successes at the Chelsea Flower Show and as a presenter on the BBC's Gardeners' World. Read more…
Join local artist Janet Schooley to create your own unique Christmas wreath in this special festive workshop on Sunday 11 December. Read more…
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Elly Griffiths & Dr Ruth Galloway have been key to Lindum Books' events programme from the very first. The new book The Last Remains, the 15th in the series, sees the end of Ruth’s story, for now… Read more…
Join the British Museum's Curator of Early Europe, Neil Wilkin for an evening talk linked to the British Museum Spotlight Loan Gathering light: a Bronze Age golden sun. Read more…
Come feed the monster bin on Saturday 25 February in our PLAY area! Read more…
Trying Times for Sebastian Scattergood: Whimsical and highly original – new novel chronicles the annus horribilis of an earnest but kind man. Read more…
Enhance your building skills and join us for our Creative Family Workshops with LEGO bricks on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th March 2023! Read more…
Explore unique archaeological finds this Discover Lincolnshire weekend with our object handling sessions. Read more…
The Birthday Girl: They’re here to unwind. She’s here to kill. Welcome to Eldey, an island with deadly secrets... Read more…
Join us for an in conversation between artist, David Remfry, and art historian and critic Martin Gayford. Read more…
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Join Lindum Books on Thursday 27 April for an evening with Arthur Parkinson to discuss his new book 'Chicken Boy, My Life with Hens'. Read more…
We are pleased to be hosting this free talk, with Ioney Smallhorne, as part of the UK New Artists (UKNA) programme Taking Place: Lincoln. Read more…
Join 'The Master of Suspense' Will Dean in conversation at Lincoln Museum on Wednesday 10 May Read more…
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This spring the Lincs Kids team are celebrating all the great activities on offer in Lincolnshire by hosting a family day out at Lincoln Museum in central Lincoln. Read more…
Sharon Bennett Connolly uncovers the life of Nicholaa de la Haye, a woman instrumental to Norman and Plantagenet England. She shaped some of the most significant events in English medieval history. Nicholaa was appointed the first female Sheriff in England by King John, hours before his death in October 1216. Read more…
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Sunday Times bestselling author Ben Kane joins Lindum Books at Lincoln Museum, on Thursday 22 June, to talk about his new historical fiction standalone, Napoleon's Spy. Read more…
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Lindum Books is thrilled to welcome the international No.1 Bestselling author, Kate Mosse, on Friday 30th June. Read more…
Join our young people’s group, the Creative Collective, to make your very own zine. Read more…
Alison Weir, No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of the Six Tudor Queens series, returns with the second in a captivating new trio of novels spanning three generations of history's most iconic family, the Tudors. Read more…
Discover how a teacher from Lincolnshire changed our world forever. Read more…
Join Development Plus and their Art Club to learn how to make your very own wreath from paper flowers! Read more…
Experience CODED: Digital Art that Defies Definition in our 'Chilled Out' opening hours at 9.00am - 10.00am every Monday from 24 July until 10 September 2023. Read more…
Anne Boleyn & Elizabeth I: the mother and daughter who changed history. Read more…
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Secrets of Lincolnshire revealed! Read more…
The North Sea Observatory (NSO) will host Harriet Plewis as artist in residence in this stunning building. Read more…
Are you part of a community group? Would you like to be involved with the Usher Gallery over the next three years? We would love to hear from you! Read more…
We are pleased to be hosting this free talk, with artist Maja Zećo, as part of the UK New Artists (UKNA) programme Taking Place: Lincoln. Read more…
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Have a Little Faith: The Life Lessons on Love, Death and How Lasagne Always Helps Read more…
Join Helen Hancocks in the Usher Gallery to create your very own paper mask portrait! Read more…
Join this delightful trio of local artists to explore the Community Choice exhibition and create a unqiue and fun installation! Read more…
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Join Lincoln Zine Fest in celebrating zines and DIY culture across Lincolnshire and beyond! Read more…
Join our panel of experts, artists and led by award winning speaker and curator Ghislaine Boddington to explore how rapid innovation in AI is enabling artists and academics to explore and challenge the parameters of practice, inclusion and engagement through experimentation and engagement with audiences and visitors. Read more…
Join Harriet Plewis at the North Sea Observatory Gallery space to mark the end of her residency. Read more…
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Lindum books is thrilled to welcome Sophie Hannah to the Lincoln Museum. Read more…
Create an alternative metal Christmas Wreath, using brass sheet and wire. Read more…
A relaxed and informal arts and conversation session for artists with disabilities and their support workers. Read more…
The "Sound Considered Museum" project is a public engagement research initiative that is set to challenge traditional perceptions of museums by exploring the untapped potential of sound to create a more inclusive and accessible museum culture. Read more…
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'The History of England's Cathedrals' Read more…
Join internationally renowned disabled artist, Jason Wilsher-Mills, for a tour of his exhibition, Jason and the Argonauts on Tour Read more…
Create a Mask inspired by Jason Wilsher-Mills Read more…
Do you feel out of your depth teaching Art and Design? Do you lack confidence in your own art skills? Do you dread planning Art lessons? Well then this may be the event for you! Read more…
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Step into history and meet the mighty Romans! Read more…
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Create your own Jason Wilsher-Mills inspired character in this 3-D modelling workshop. Read more…
Lindum books is thrilled to welcome Joanne Harris to the Lincoln Museum. Read more…
Join the learning team for a fun mosaic making workshop which includes a look at the mosaics on display at Lincoln Museum, a chance to handle real Roman tesserae and make your own tiled design to take home. Read more…
Join us for a relaxing Sunday Morning Yoga session at Lincoln Museum with BWY Yoga Guide, Amanda Greenwood. Read more…
Join us for our final late night opening of Games: Enter the Unknown, with plenty of activities for all ages. Cosplay encouraged! Read more…
The Usher Gallery Trust are hosting their second Open exhibition in Summer 2025 ‘Art of the Now’ and are inviting submissions from all Lincolnshire artists. Read more…
Get involved with the project to rehang the artwork in the Usher Gallery and learn how the process works. Read more…
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Join us for an evening session of Yoga Hatha flow at the Usher Gallery with BWY Yoga Guide, Amanda Greenwood. Read more…
Life drawing classes led by specialist tutor held in the relaxed setting of the Usher Gallery Read more…
Join our Usher Young Creatives 2025 Welcome session to meet the others and refresh for the new year! Read more…
Join Lincoln’s newest Artist Network, at the Usher Gallery. Read more…
Join our Curatorial Concepts meeting to learn more about what it means to be a curator and have your influence on the Usher Rehang Project. Read more…
Join our Interpretation meeting and learn more about how interpretation influences the Usher rehang. Read more…
Discover and explore works from our collection in a whole new light! From January to March 2025. Read more…
As part of the Usher Young Creatives you get to see the behind the scenes of the Usher Gallery Rehang and see your work come to life! Read more…
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Are you feeling stuck in your art’s practice? Do you want outside perspective into the direction your art is taking? This month’s Artist Network session may be just what you need. Read more…
For this session the Usher Young Creatives will decide whether they want an artist workshop or the opportunity to visit a studio! Read more…
This session will allow the Usher Young Creatives to visit the Usher Gallery and see how there help on the rehang project has taken influence in the Gallery. Read more…
Join our Creative Careers meeting and meet staff of Lincoln Museum and Usher Gallery to learn more about their roles and experience! Read more…
As part of the Usher Young Creatives you get to celebrate your success and have your say on the future of the programme while enjoying a relaxed pizza party! Read more…
Visit our roman object on display and the Usher Gallery for the #FestivalOfHistory and decided what you think it could be! Read more…
Discover the latest news from the monumental excavations undertaken during the construction of Lincoln Eastern Bypass! Read more…
Are you curious about a career as an art technician or are you a passionate sculptor? Join our next Artist Network event. Read more…
To help combat the loneliness of solo working ,the Usher Gallery will be running the Artist Network studio day- an opportunity to book a table in the Clore Learning Room and work alongside other artists for a day. Read more…
Looking for things to do over the May half term? Join us in the Clore learning room for half term crafts plus two drop in workshops: Lego dot printing and abstract painting for families! Read more…
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Venture below the streets of Lincoln to discover the remains of Roman Lindum Colonia's Posterngate and Southern Wall. Read more…
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