Construction of the iconic new building began in October 2018. It is scheduled to be complete in summer 2020.
Often described as a jewel in Doncaster’s crown, Cusworth Hall is a beautiful Grade I listed building set in acres of historic parkland. The house was built between 1740 and 1744 for local land owner William Wrightson and recent refurbishments have transformed the Hall into Heritage Doncaster’s social history museum.
Explore natural history, archaeology, local history, fine art and more at Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery. A varied programme of exhibitions runs throughout the year in the Art Gallery, while Doncaster Museum charts the history of the town from the Ice Age to the present day.
Guide to the museums and galleries in Doncaster maintained by the council.
Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery has a fascinating history. As we are creating a new Central Library and Museum we will find a new use for the building and a new chapter will begin.
Residents and businesses are being asked to share their views on what the Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery building should become in the future.
Work started on the new development in October 2018 and should be complete and open in summer 2020.
Find out how to apply to join the library, report a rights of way problem and join the museum mail list. Get information about the museum and galleries, leisure and tourism, keeping fit, markets and what's on in Doncaster.
Cusworth Hall Museum and Park is the venue for a varied program of seasonal exhibitions, events and activities linked to the history of the Hall and Park.
Heritage Doncaster's Museum Education Service provide learning opportunities and workshops at Doncaster Museum & Art Gallery and Cusworth Hall & Park. Children can immerse themselves in history and science with workshops on the Stone Age, Ancient Romans, Greeks & Egyptians. Archaeology, Chemistry, Toys, Homes, Seaside, Life in the past and more.