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From events including issues-focused free exhibitions and stimulating free workshops, join the discussions, gain valuable insights and enjoy a fun and memorable experience. We also have regular daily performances - click here to find out more.

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Exhibition:

From Monday 28 July 2025 - March 2026

30 Objects Representing…

Chosen by staff and the communities they work with, 30 Objects Representing Justice invites you to explore what justice looks like through a powerful selection of artefacts from the National Justice…

Project Lab

Exhibition:

Wednesday 8 October until January 2025

Project Lab - Professor…

To celebrate Black History Month, we are honoured to profile Professor Veronica Pickering MBS HAC in our Project Lab.

Christmas

Murder Mystery

Event:

Thursday 27 November - Saturday 20 December 2025, 6pm

Oh Come All Ye Dreadful: A…

Step into the Dark Underworld of 1930s Nottingham: A Murder Mystery You Won’t Forget!

Cocktails and Crime

Christmas

Murder Mystery

Event:

Wednesday 31 December 2025, 7pm

NYE Cocktails and Crime: Go…

Welcome to the ultimate rock ‘n’ roll divorce showdown... with a twist!

Ghost Tour

Halloween

Event:

Select dates from Saturday 27 September 2025 to Saturday 28 March 2026, 6pm

Ghosts of the Gaol

Retrace the steps of those who were locked away here, uncover eerie tales from staff and visitors alike, and learn of the many paranormal experiences reported within this historic building.

Workshop:

YOUth at the National Justice…

Join us for our new free monthly youth group for young people aged 11–17-year-olds. Explore the museum, participate in creative activities, meet new people and learn about the collection of objects…