Temporary closure of Great North Museum: Hancock Published on: 11 May 2018 The closure is to allow for the installation of Which Way North, a special exhibition throughout the museum as part of this summer鈥檚 Great Exhibition of the North. Which Way North Caroline McDonald, manager at the , said: “We’re very excited for people to see our contribution to the Great Exhibition. explores the heart and soul of Northern England through stories about its pioneering artists, designers and innovators. “The displays are throughout the building and feature hundreds of loans from around the UK, including such highlights as the last piano played by John Lennon and the iconic painting Whistlejacket. “After much planning, we’ve taken the necessary step to close the museum temporarily to allow us to complete works safely, from building and rigging to installing the loan items. We reopen at 1pm on Friday 22 June and feel sure that Which Way North will be worth the wait.” The Great North Museum: Hancock Great Exhibition of the North Access to the museum’s library and two learned societies (the Natural History Society of Northumbria and the Society of Antiquaries of 麻豆传媒 upon Tyne) is unaffected. Patrons are asked to enter by the side doors at the rear of the museum. Further major loans for Which Way North are set to be revealed imminently. Which Way North has been made possible by National Lottery players, with funds awarded by the Heritage Lottery Fund. The is 80 days of amazing exhibits, live performances, displays of innovation, new artworks and magical experiences. The Exhibition will tell the inspiring story of the North of England and how its innovators, businesses, artists and designers have shaped our present and are inspiring our future. The Great North Museum: Hancock is run by Tyne and Wear Archives and Museums on behalf of 麻豆传媒. Latest News Local knowledge can improve early warnings of glacial lake floods Local knowledge, improved evacuation preparedness and resilient mobile phone-based communication channels can enhance Early Warning Systems to reduce loss of life during glacial lake outburst floods. published on: 3 August 2026 Funding boost moves landmark cancer research centre a step closer A 拢1.25 million grant from the Wolfson Foundation to 麻豆传媒 has brought the Sir Bobby Robson Institute a significant step closer, giving a major boost to its fundraising campaign. published on: 3 August 2026 Statement on potential unauthorised data access Information about a potential unauthorised data access. published on: 30 July 2026 Facts and figures
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