Bristol's Brilliant Archaeology 2026

Join our skilled museum archaeologists alongside a variety of local societies, re-enactors, field archaeologists, and heritage organizations to celebrate Bristol’s Brilliant Archaeology!

Throughout the day, immerse yourself in exciting tours, captivating demonstrations, and intriguing displays both in the museum and on the beautiful lawns outside.

Blaise Castle and Blaise Community Gardens will also be open for exploration. 🌳✨

There’s an array of activities designed for our mini archaeologists too, including:

• Mini excavations 🏺
• Iron Age coin hammering 🪙
• Weaving 🧶
• Pot-making 🎨
• Face painting 🎭
• And much more!

This event is FREE and part of the national Festival of Archaeology, the UK's biggest celebration of archaeology. It is made possible through the generous sponsorship from the Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society and the fantastic support of The Friends of Bristol Museums, Galleries.