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Story of Preston Tour: The Pedder Dolls’ House
Wed 19 May, 1–1.30pm

Find out more about our beautiful dolls’ house and the controversial banking family that once owned it.
Free, drop in!

Fine Art Gallery Tours

Thurs 10 & Sat 19 June, Thurs 8 & Sat 17 July, Thurs 5 & Sat 14 August,

Thurs 9 & Sat 18 September,

Thurs Tours: 2.30-3.10pm

Sat Tours: 1-1.40pm

From sumptuous Georgian portraits to modern art, see highlights from the Harris’ impressive collection with an enthusiastic guide. Meet in the Fine Art Gallery.

Free, drop in!

 

Egyptian Balcony Tours

Thurs 20 May, Sat 5 & Thurs 24 June, Sat 3 & Thurs 22 & Sat 31 July, Thurs 19 August, Sat 4 & Thurs 23 September, 1-1.40pm

Take a closer look at the stunning Egyptian scenes around our upper balcony. It’s a chance to see one of the museum’s hidden gems, if you have a head for heights! Meet at the Harris Shop. Suitable for ages 10 years and above.

£1.00/50p concession, booking essential

 

Visions of an Industrial Age Tours

Thurs 3 June & Wed 21 July, 1–1.30pm

Join the curator of this fascinating photography exhibition to discover more about the oldest images of Preston.

Free, drop in!

 

Scent Bottle Tours

Tues 1 June, Tues 6 July, Tues 3 August, Tues 7 September, 1–1.30pm

Discover more about Mrs French’s Scent Bottle Collection – the largest such collection in Britain. Meet in the Ceramics & Glass Gallery.

Free, drop in!

 

Ceramics & Glass Gallery Tours

Wed 9 June & Wed 11 August, 1–1.30pm

Come and discover more about the history of the museum’s collection and the star items on display. There’ll also be the chance to handle pieces and get a feel for ceramics and glass. Meet in the Ceramics & Glass Gallery.

Free, drop in!

 

Story of Preston Tour: The Preston Lamb

Wed 2 June, 1–1.30pm

Ever wondered where the Preston Lamb and the slogan Proud Preston come from? Join the curator for an insight into Preston’s unusual coat of arms.

Free, drop in!

 

Costume Gallery Tours

Wed 14 July & Wed 8 September,

1–1.30pm

Meet the curator for a tour of our textile exhibition, Embellished: The Art of Fabulous Fabrics. There’ll also be the chance to study textiles close-up. Meet in the Costume Gallery.

Free, drop in!

 



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Harris in the Park

Sat 7 & Sun 8 August, 12–4pm

Enjoy a weekend of fun activities in Avenham Park inspired by our Industrial Revolutionaries exhibition. With games and entertainment, including live brass band, music and hands on heritage activities.

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