Enjoy free entry as we take part in National Heritage Open Day.  Take in more than 50,000 items ranging from furniture and fashion to paintings and sculpture, ceramics, silver and metals too. Come and see Kith & Kinship exhibition and Stories in Stitch.  

We’re pulling out all the stops for this years Heritage Open Day and opening up behind the scenes to visitors, showing you rooms and stores that aren’t normally on show. Book onto a behind the scenes tour upon arrival, limited spaces available. Drop into the Jubilee Room throughout the day to listen to our guest speakers, ranging from artists and curators to directors and opportunities to get involved with The Bowes Museum.