What’s on

Upcoming events and activities

Newton Abbot Museum hosts a lively and varied programme of events throughout the year. Activities take place across the museum galleries, community rooms, and sometimes out and about in the town.

These include opportunities to get hands-on with museum objects, take part in creative art sessions, join our memory cafés, or enjoy special behind-the-scenes tours of the museum stores.

Events are updated regularly, so be sure to check back often to see what’s coming up.

17/03/2026 - 01/03/2027

Insects Uncovered: Biodiversity in Newton Abbot Exhibition

Come and see Doctor Henry Mapleton’s butterfly cabinets and beautiful specimens from his collection and learn about what Newton Abbot Town Council is...

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13/04/2026 - 26/05/2026

Twilight Sketching

Twilight Sketching is back! Come and get inspired by our new displays and rarely seen objects from the Museum's stores. Bring your sketch pad and pencils...

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06/06/2026

Museum Make and Create: Create a Tiny House

Have a sneak peek at 10 models of iconic Newton Abbot buildings before our buildings trail launches later in the year and then make a model of your own.

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13/06/2026

Family History Day: Boats Trains and Family Day

FREE event to celebrate 50 years of the Devon History Society. Talks, stalls,research advice & family activities

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27/06/2026

Frazoo: Meet the Invertebrates (Handling Session)

Get ready for a fascinating up-close experience with the incredible world of invertebrates! Join Frazie from Frazoo for an interactive handling session...

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29/06/2026

Music at the Museum: Harbottle and Jonas

Join us for an evening of exquisite folk from one of the country’s most exciting duos. Doors open from 6.30pm and the performance starts at 7.00...

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