History museums in Newcastle upon Tyne

The Victoria Tunnel is a fully preserved 19th century waggonway under the city from the Town Moor to the Tyne, to transport coal from Spital Tongues (Leazes Main) Colliery to the river and operated between 1842 and the 1860s. The Tunnel was converted into an air raid shelter to protect Newcastle ci

The Great North Museum: Hancock is home to the collections of the Shefton Museum of Greek Art and Archaeology. This museum, originally located at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, was established in 1956 and closed in 2008. The collections, which have grown to over 800 objects, provide a fascinating insight into Greek art and archaeology.

Bessie Surtees House, located on Newcastle's Sandhill near the river, is a combination of two merchants' houses built in the 16th and 17th centuries. This historic site offers a glimpse into the architectural style of the period and the lifestyle of the merchants who once lived there.

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Bessie Surtees House, located on Newcastle's Sandhill near the river, is a combination of two merchants' houses built in the 16th and 17th centuries. This historic site offers a glimpse into the architectural style of the period and the lifestyle of the merchants who once lived there.

The Hatton Gallery is an art gallery located in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It is part of Newcastle University and is housed in the university's Fine Art Building. This gallery is a significant part of the city's cultural landscape, offering a variety of art exhibitions and collections for visitors to explore.

Northumberland Hussars Museum is a museum in Newcastle & Gateshead. The museum features exhibits related to Archives, Music and Weapons and War.