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Restoring a Legend: The Black Dog
A beloved Gloucester icon, the Black Dog, has been lovingly restored after decades of mystery, damage, and rediscovery. From its rooftop perch on Northgate Street to its recent conservation in 2024, this carved pup’s journey spans wars, craftsmanship, and community care. This post celebrates the dog’s rich history, its creator Arthur Levison, and the late Pieta Greaves, whose expert hands helped bring the Black Dog back to life.
Museum of Gloucester awarded major funding from Arts Council England’s Museum Renewal Fund
The Museum of Gloucester is delighted to announce that it has been awarded significant funding from Arts Council England’s Museum Renewal Fund 2025-26.
Discovery Centre Finds – Sling Bullet
This small, oval-shaped object of fired clay was found in a deposit dated to the 2nd century AD, in the Early Roman period.
Discovery Centre Finds – Decorated Greyware flagon
This large pottery vessel was found in a well at Frocester, probably dating to the later 2nd or 3rd centuries AD.
Discovery Centre Finds - Flint arrowhead
This almost complete ‘leaf-shaped’ flint arrowhead was found at the Buckles site, Frocester, in 1983.
Losing your marbles?
Have you ever really wanted something and tried your utmost to get it, but were unsuccessful? Imagine if your lack of success in getting the thing you desire was captured as a moment in time that future generations could see. This is exactly what happened with an old style Codd-bottle which we have recently processed at the Folk.
Unearthing the Past: Life & Legacy of Elsie Clifford
As part of the 2025 Gloucester Festival of Archaeology, the Museum is spotlighting one of the female trailblazers of British Archaeology in the early 20th century: Elsie Margaret Clifford (1885–1976).
Disability Pride Month: Highlighting Hidden Histories at the Museum of Gloucester
Highlighting Hidden Histories at the Museum of Gloucester.
Hazardous and poor condition items – our difficult decisions
As you may know from our introduction to the Folk Decant Project, and thus the 'For Folk Sake' blog, we are currently undertaking a review of our social history collections. This involves assessing these items against a series of criterion including the current collections development policy, condition, hazards, any duplicates within the collection and the potential for engagement, education and research.
Celebrating Edith Sessions: Gloucester's First Woman Councilor
As we kick off Women's History Month, it's a perfect time to celebrate the remarkable women who have shaped our history and paved the way for future generations. At the museum, we are proud to highlight some of the incredible women whose stories are intertwined with Gloucester's rich history. One such woman is Edith Sessions.
Discover the Magic of Moominvalley at the Museum of Gloucester this Spring
Museum of Gloucester has teamed up with award-winning interactive theatre company Bakehouse Factory to create an immersive exhibition all about the Moomins called Moomin ABC.
A Sharp Look at Gloucester’s Pin-making Legacy.
Have you ever noticed the twisted design of the bollards on Eastgate Street? These humble structures hold a clue to Gloucester's fascinating pin-making past. From thousands of pins discovered under floorboards to tales of a booming 18th-century industry, we’re uncovering the sharp history of a trade that put Gloucester on the map!
What’s This? Wednesday: Shimmering Bottles, Hidden Histories.
When you think of bottles, you probably picture something simple—maybe a bottle of juice or a soda. But what if I told you that some old bottles have amazing stories to tell?
Say Hello To ‘For Folk Sake’!
Welcome to our new blog series for the Museum of Gloucester, 'For Folk's Sake'. This blog series will follow the adventures of our Collections Team into our social history collections at The Folk.
We’re looking for an Education Specialist!
The Museum of Gloucester is seeking to hire a freelance education specialist to facilitate the development and implementation of a new, reimagined Museum-led schools programme as part of our core activity.
Festive Fun Awaits at the Museum!
The holiday season has arrived, and the Museum of Gloucester is brimming with warmth and wonder!
We’re Hiring! A Visitor Experience Apprentice!
Looking for a hands-on role where you can make a real difference? Join Gloucester City Council’s Cultural Services Team as a Level 3 Visitor Experience Apprentice!
We’re Hiring! Museum Inspirers!
Ready to spark excitement and curiosity in young minds? Join the Museum of Gloucester as a Museum Inspirer!
We’re Hiring! A Learning Officer!
Love history, art, and culture? Want to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds? Join our team at the Museum of Gloucester!
10 Awesome Things About RPS (IPE) 165 at The Museum of Gloucester!
Ready for a visual adventure? The RPS International Photography Exhibition 165 at The Museum of Gloucester is here to wow you with incredible photography from all over the world.