Behind the Scenes: Stores Tour
Where else could you uncover a tobacco enema, a handwritten recipe book from the 1600s or a surgical kit from the Napoleonic Wars?
At any given time, only 4% of our collection is on display. With over 81,000 artefacts in our care, Thackray Museum holds one of the UK’s most unique and intriguing collections. Join our dedicated Collections team to go behind the scenes and explore rare objects, books, and archives seldom seen by the public.
This ticket includes free admission to the museum galleries on the day of your tour.
Approximate tour running time: 1 hour
Recommended age: 12+
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