September 7, 2019
Life and Death in Eboracum
2000 years ago, a legion of the mighty Roman army built a fortress between the River Ouse and River Foss, and Eboracum was born.
November 8, 2019
YourDIG: Help for Heroes
‘History becomes new again’ in the latest YourDIG exhibition. YourDIG: Help for Heroes tells the story of Help for Heroes beneficiaries, from Phoenix House Recovery Centre, Catterick Garrison, and their year-long adventure building a Viking ship and exploring Viking history.
December 8, 2019
Little Diggers: Yulelads!
The Yulelads are 13 mischevious little sprites who play pranks on Icelandic families at Christmas-time. On 8th December, join us at DIG for a special festive edition of Little Diggers, where you’ll hear the story of the Yulelads, follow a trail to track them down, and create your own Yulelad to take home! Plus, of […]
December 15, 2019
Little Diggers: Twelfth Night
Learn about the history of the Twelfth Night celebration, with this special festive edition of Little Diggers! Have a good dig around in our medieval dig pit, before taking part in a medieval feast, making a Twelfth Night crown, and tracking down the gifts for the 12 Days of Christmas, with a prize for completed […]
January 12, 2020
Inclusive Hour at DIG
Join us for this inclusive event where we will create a relaxed environment for all visitors by toning down the usual vibrant atmosphere of the attraction to allow for a more accessible experience.
February 15, 2020
Little Diggers – Gudrid’s Viking Voyages
Explore where the Vikings travelled and what they’d need to take with them!
February 16, 2020
Litttle Diggers: Ibn Fadlan’s Middle Eastern Treasure
Learn all about what Vikings traded in the Middle East, through the eyes of Ibn Fadlan, the Arabic writer who met them 1000 years ago.
February 17, 2020
Little Diggers – Ingvar’s Golden Quest
Discover a treasure map written in runes and learn about Ingvar the Far Travelled’s hunt for gold!
February 18, 2020
Little Diggers – Bjorn’s Sea Stories
Hear thrilling tales of Bjorn Ironside’s battles on sea and on land with these fun and engaging activities for ages 3-5.
February 19, 2020
Little Diggers – Gudrid’s Viking Voyages
Explore where the Vikings travelled and what they’d need to take with them!