Where else could you uncover a tobacco enema, a handwritten recipe book from the 1600s or a surgical kit from the Napoleonic Wars?
At any given time, only 4% of our collection is on display. With over 81,000 artefacts in our care, Thackray Museum holds one of the UK’s most unique and intriguing collections. Join our dedicated Collections team to go behind the scenes and explore rare objects, books, and archives seldom seen by the public.
This ticket includes free admission to the museum galleries on the day of your tour.
Approximate tour running time: 1 hour
Recommended age: 12+
Want a Closer Look?
If you would like to view specific objects, books, or archival material from the collection in more depth, you can book a weekday research appointment by contacting the Collections team at [email protected].
These must be arranged in advance, and objects should be selected using our Collections Online.
Type of event: Tour
