York Museums Trust Phone Lines Repaired

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York Museums Trust Phone Lines Repaired

20 June 2017 The York Museums Trust phone lines have now been repaired and our central number is now contactable – 01904 687687 – which can be used for all enquiries regarding the Yorkshire Museum, York Castle Museum and York Art Gallery. Once again, we apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused and thank you for your patience.

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York Museums Trust Phone Lines Currently Down

19 June 2017 Please note that the York Museums Trust phone lines are currently down, which includes our central number of 01905 687687 for the Yorkshire Museum, York Art Gallery and York Castle Museum. If you would like to contact us please do so via email at enquiries@ymt.org.uk. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and hope …

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Significant Court Ruling on Rates in favour of York Museums Trust

6 June 2017 York Museums Trust’s business rates have been reduced following a court ruling which could have a significant impact on the way English and Welsh museums are valued in the future. The Upper Tribunal (Lands Chamber) has ruled on appeals in favour of the Trust which argued that rates should be set based on …

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York Castle Museum Opens New Community Exhibition on York’s LGBT History

2 June 2017 Opening on Monday 5th June, a new community exhibition at York Castle Museum will reveal previously unheard stories from York’s LGBT history. ‘York Out of the Closet: 50 years of LGBT history’ will transform the museum’s 1960’s pub into an LGBT bar brimming with tales of love, struggle and pride. Visitors can discover …

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Bag Search at York Museums Trust Venues

24 May 2017 In light of the recent attack in Manchester, York Museums Trust has increased security measures at all sites. With immediate effect, all bags will be searched and large bags and suitcases will no longer be allowed inside the buildings. This is for your own safety. We thank you for your cooperation.

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York Museums Trust Seeks to Appoint Three New Trustees to the Board from the Autumn of 2017

19 May 2017 The new appointments occur at an exciting time as the Trust pursues ambitious forward plans, including a major capital project for York Castle Museum, supporting the development of the Castle area as a cultural quarter; expanding YMT Enterprises to increase income streams and the resilience of YMT; increasing the frequency and profile of YMT’ …

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An Invitation for New Visitors to Take Part in York Castle Museum Research for New Chocolate Experience

10 May 2017 Chocolate – What’s your experience? The Marketing and Communications team at York Museums Trust are looking for help with some visitor research. To improve visitor experience and new displays at York Castle Museum, the team will be hosting creative feedback sessions on both Tuesday 30th May and Wednesday 31st May to hear your thoughts …

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YMT Card Holders Invited To Take Part in York Castle Museum Research for new Chocolate Experience

9 May 2017 Chocolate – What’s your experience? The Marketing and Communications team at York Museums Trust are looking for help with some visitor research and are hoping that some of our YMT Card Members can help. To improve visitor experience and new displays at York Castle Museum, the team will be hosting creative feedback sessions on …

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Exclusive Exhibition Events for YMT Card Holders at York Art Gallery, the Yorkshire Museum and York Castle Museum in 2017

23 January 2017 YMT Card Holders are invited to join us for three special previews and events this Spring to celebrate the opening of our fantastic new exhibitions at York Art Gallery, York Castle Museum and the Yorkshire Museum. The events are as follows –   York Art Gallery – Albert Moore: Of Beauty & Aesthetics 6 April 2017, 1.30pm – 4pm …

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Major Development Being Planned for York Castle Museum

18 January 2017 A major capital redevelopment of York Castle Museum is being planned by York Museums Trust as part of the city’s ambition to transform the Castle Gateway. The Trust is in the early stages of developing a scheme to redevelop York Castle Museum and do justice to the site and its world class collections. …

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