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When we were Young

30 November 2018 - 31 December 2019 at Down County Museum

This new exhibition looks at how childhood has changed over time. The displays explore the worlds of play, school and early childhood as well as looking at how concepts of childhood has developed.

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Heydays and Holidays

08 June 2019 - 31 January 2020 at Down County Museum

This new exhibition looks at how holidays, festivals and special days were celebrated in the past and the wider development of leisure in our communities.

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Defence Heritage: Recording and Conserving a Vulnerable Resource

25 October 2019 - 25 October 2019 at Down County Museum

This conference, run in conjunction with HED, looks at efforts to interpret and conserve the many defence sites in our area and throughout Ireland and Britain. The conference features talks by a variety of historians. Places must be pre-booked.

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Crafts for Halloween

26 October 2019 - 26 October 2019 at Down County Museum

Come along and make a range of spooky souvenirs for Halloween. Children's craft workshop suitable for all ages.

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Monster Halloween Party

31 October 2019 - 31 October 2019 at Down County Museum

Our annual Halloween party features magic shows, Punch and Judy show, outdoor acrobatic and juggling shows and story telling. Fun for all the family.

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