Museum of Antiquities

The Museum of Antiquities displayed collections spanning from early prehistory through the 17th century, with extensive exhibits on regional archaeology and Roman artifacts.

Established in 1960 through collaboration between the Society of Antiquaries of Newcastle upon Tyne and Durham University, the museum operated until its closure in 2008.

The institution maintained a full-scale reconstruction of the third-century Mithras temple from Carrawburgh, presenting religious practices from Roman Britain.

The museum collections transferred to the Great North Museum: Hancock in 2009, where visitors can now access the combined archaeological exhibitions.

Before demolition in 2012, the museum building served as a coke testing station following World War II, later transforming into an educational facility.

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Inception: 1960

Address: The University of Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU

Website: http://museums.ncl.ac.uk

GPS coordinates: 54.97930,-1.61530

Latest update: March 3, 2025 17:31