What's on
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:
Saturday 10 February - Sunday 3 November 2024
Juvenile In Justice
Our latest exhibition, ‘Juvenile In Justice’, is an exploration of the lives of young people living in prison, made in collaboration with Californian artist and activist, Richard Ross
Crime Club
Crime talk
Event:
Wednesday 2 October, 6pm - 8pm
The Nottingham Witch Finder -…
Join us for the spooky season edition of Crime Club as our Head Historic Interpreter delves into Nottingham’s past connection to witchcraft.
Make It Yours
Workshop:
Friday 04 October, 10am-12pm
Liberty and Liberation -…
For Black History Month you will explore liberty and liberation in a transfer print workshop with Paula Daniel Pontes.
Make It Yours
Workshop:
Friday 11 October , 10am-12pm
Exploring a Story
Co-production Creative Leader Ismail Khokon will explore the story of Cecilia Sanderson Mwenda, our project lab focus for Black History Month.
Make It Yours
Workshop:
Friday 18 October, 10am - 12pm
Drumming Hope
With artist Andy Harris you will explore the life of Cecilia Sanderson Mwenda through music and sound including African Djembes (drums).
Halloween
Event:
Friday 25 - Sunday 27 October, Wednesday 30 October- Saturday 2 November 2024, 5pm
Kids' Ghost Hunter Tours
Kids Ghost Hunter Tours. Catch the pesky ghosts this October and November at the National Justice Museum.
Make It Yours
Workshop:
Friday 25 October, 10am - 12pm
Create and Make
In this workshop, inspired by our project lab, artist Donna Griffiths will take you through embellishing textiles with words and symbols for freedom
Halloween
Event:
Friday 25 - Saturday 26 & Wednesday 30 October - Saturday 2 November 2024, 6pm & 7pm
Victorian Condemned
Victorian Condemned. Discover the disturbing true crimes that landed people in our gaol throughout the Victorian era, on this special spooky season guided tour through October and November.