What's on
There is always something to see and do in Sunderland; take part in our programme of events and festivals, many of which are free!
01/02/2019 to 06/05/2019
In February 2019, to mark the 500th anniversary of the death of Leonardo da Vinci, 144 of the Renaissance master’s greatest drawings in the Royal Collection will go on display in 12 simultaneous...
02/03/2019 to 06/05/2019
Amazing Inventions Trail
Half Term Fun at Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
Saturday 2 March – Monday 6 May
Available during Museum opening hours
Follow our special trail to discover amazing...
21/03/2019 to 04/05/2019
A group of artists discover what a fresh start means to them. This is about the act of anticipating the future by understanding the past, but what kind of future can we expect? This exhibition will...
29/03/2019 to 02/06/2019
Kelly Richardson's series of images and videos show us what at first seems like a fantastical future dreamt up in science fiction. They have been developed through conversations with climate...
06/04/2019 to 15/09/2019
Main Gallery Exhibition
6 April – 15 September 2019
To celebrate National Glass Centre’s 21st birthday we will present an exhibition featuring the work of artists who have played a role in...
06/04/2019 to 06/05/2019
The much-loved trail and workshops return! See giant LEGO sculptures sitting alongside their real-life cousins and meet three brilliant new models. Explore the wetlands as you complete a fun trail...
27/04/2019
Botanical Drawing Classes
Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens,
Saturday 30 March & Saturday 27 April, 10.30AM – 3.30PM
Enjoy a full day class with WEA tutor Jane Wolfenden to explore line,...
28/04/2019
Following continued public demand, the World’s Official No.1 tribute to the legendary rock band The Illegal Eagles return on tour. The Illegal Eagles are internationally renowned for their...
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Did you know?
Sunderland's Friendship Agreement with Washington DC makes us the only city in Europe to enjoy such a relationship with the world's most powerful city. Washington Old Hall is home to the direct ancestors of the first president of the United States of America.
