Housing the history of Middlesbrough, its industries and famous residents

The Dorman museum houses the largest public collections worldwide of locally made Linthorpe Art Pottery and designs by Dr Christopher Dresser.

It also offers a great range of permanent display galleries to captivate visitors of all ages, from space to Middlesbrough through time.

Exterior shot of the Dorman Museum

Admission

Entry to the museum is free. Charges may apply for additional activities like temporary exhibitions, VR experiences, or family activities.

What’s on at the Dorman museum

For refreshments, check out the Victorian-style Dressers Tearoom, and for a perfect souvenir of your visit don’t miss the museum shop, which sells exclusive Dresser merchandise.

The museum has lots of exhibitions, events, learning programmes, and activities throughout the year. Find out more on their What’s On page.

Opening hours

Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Last entry is 3.30pm.

Dorman museum exhibition about space and dinosaurs
A child being enthralled and bamboozled by some tortoises
Linthorpe Potteries exhibition at the Dorman Museum

Venue details

Dorman Museum,
Linthorpe Road,
Middlesbrough,
TS5 6LA