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Cultures Collide
Exploring links between Tullie House’s Japanese and Cumbrian Collections
The ground floor George Howard Gallery of Old Tullie House is reimagined in this exciting new display created in collaboration with Prism Arts Studio Arts group.
Tek a Deek
Tek a Deek at images from our photographic collection showing Carlisle over the last 140 years. From familiar vistas to long-gone streets, the everyday to curious events, our display of over 70 images gives you a glimpse of moments in Carlisle's history.
Rembrandt: Etchings from the British Museum
To mark the 350th anniversary of the death of Rembrandt Van Rijn (1606–1669), we are proud to present an exhibition celebrating the ground-breaking etching work of one of the most recognised and admired artists of all time.
Turner: Northern Exposure
Joseph Mallord William Turner was a landscape painter, traveller, poet and teacher. He was described as ‘the greatest of the age’ by art critic John Ruskin and many people now consider him to be the first ‘modern’ painter.
Looking Out for Small Things
Looking Out for Small Things (LOST) is a project delivered by Plantlife and funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, to raise awareness of Atlantic woodlands across the Lake District, alongside the lichens and mosses that are characteristic of this special habitat.
Tullie Toddlers: Sensory Christmas
Our friendly and engaging toddler drop in sessions are for children up to 5 years old. They have a relaxed atmosphere and always involve a range of activities, including crafts and sensory play.
11 September – Dress Up and Make-believe
Afternoon at the Museum
We look forward to spending time talking together, exploring items from the museum collection and being inspired by the stories behind them.
Winter Crafts: 3D Christmas Trees
Join us for winter crafts on selected days during the school holidays. Or come in and get hunting our festive Christmas Trail around the museum, running throughout the holidays.
Thursday 2 January – Polar Bear Crafts
Saturday 4 January - Painted Winter Landscapes
Tuesday Tales
TUESDAY TALES
11.00am in the Border Galleries every other Tuesday
7 January, 21 January, 4 Febuary, 18 Febuary, 3 March, 17 March, 31 March
Tullie Textiles
Join us between 1.30pm and 3.30pm on the second Sunday of the month 12 January, 9 February, 8 March, 12 April
Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon of social crafting, whilst taking a closer look at unseen pieces from the Tullie costume collection.
Tullie Toddlers: Move it! Move it!
Drop in between 10.00am – 11.30am or 1.00pm – 2.30pm
Our friendly and engaging toddler drop-in sessions are for children up to 5 years old. They have a relaxed atmosphere and always involve a range of activities, including crafts and sensory play.
Wedding Fair
Join us this January as we showcase local suppliers in our elegant Jacobean building and beautiful gardens, nestled in Carlisle City Centre. Licenced for ceremonies and able to carry your celebrations late into the evening, we offer bespoke packages to match your requirements and budgets.
Monday Alternative: Hitsville, the Making of Motown (12A)
Celebrate the 60th anniversary of Motown with this entertaining and emotional documentary featuring music and memories from Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye and Diana Ross to name but a few.
Directors: Benjamin and Gabe Turner, 2019, 112 mins
Tuesday Tales
TUESDAY TALES
11.00am in the Border Galleries every other Tuesday
7 January, 21 January, 4 Febuary, 18 Febuary, 3 March, 17 March, 31 March
Dementia Friends
Come along, listen and take part in a few simple exercises to become a Dementia Friend.
Tullie House is working hard to be a Dementia Friendly Museum by offering a 1-hour information session, with the aim of increasing the number of Dementia Friends in Carlisle.
Treasures of China
A major new exhibition unveiling the splendour of almost 4,000 years of imperial culture.
Chinese New Year Celebration
Celebrate the Year of the Rat with Tullie House, Carlisle City Council and the Lancaster University Confucius Institute.
There is something for all in this day of celebration, including:
Monday Alternative: Pain and Glory (15)
Acclaimed director Pedro Almodóvar returns with a deeply personal film starring Antonio Banderas as a film maker in crisis.
Director: Pedro Almodóvar, 2019, 113 mins
Tullie Toddlers: Nursery Rhymes
Drop in between 10.00am – 11.30am or 1.00pm – 2.30pm
Our friendly and engaging toddler drop-in sessions are for children up to 5 years old. They have a relaxed atmosphere and always involve a range of activities, including crafts and sensory play.
Afternoon at the Museum
Drop in between 1.00pm and 3.00pm on the last Wednesday of the month.
Tullie Art Group
We meet between 3.30pm and 5.00pm on the last Friday of the month (31 January, 28 February, 27 March, 24 April)
Join us to enjoy a relaxing afternoon of creativity, whilst taking a closer look at the exhibitions in the galleries.
Relaxed Early Opening
Drop in between 10.00am and 11.00am, on the first Sunday of the month 2 Febuary, 1 March, 5 April
Want to explore the museum with your family in a more relaxed environment?
Monday Alternative: Are You Proud? (15)
In February we mark LGBTQ+ History Month with a mini season of films exploring and celebrating LGBTQ+ life and history.
Director: Ashley Joiner, 2019, 100 mins
