27th Mar, 10:00 am - 30th Sep 2025, 4:00 pmDuring your exploration of the Museum, you will come across several small temporary displays of objects from our diverse collections.
6 September - TBC
A fragment of a remarkable ancient tree fossil, discovered in the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark, is now on display in the Museum's Entrance Hall! This unique lycopsid fossil offers a world-first glimpse into a Devonian desert island ecosystem.
Why is this discovery so important?
It reveals new insights into the prehistoric landscapes of Torbay, including volcanic islands where trees once thrived.
This exceptional fossil helps us understand the unique evolution of life on Earth.
Scientists worldwide, from Exeter to Lille (France), are excited about this find, which could reshape our understanding of the Devonian period.
29 November 2024 - TBC
These exhibits in the Holden Gallery celebrate the release of Mufasa: The Lion King in the cinemas and on Disney+. Using our natural history collection, we have created a small display of skulls of animals that can be seen in the Lion King films.
29 March 2025 - TBC
These beautiful examples of statuettes were made by the Torquay Terra-cotta Company Ltd at Hele Cross. This display can be found opposite the lift on the second floor.
29 March 2025 - TBC
In the Explorers Gallery you'll find a small display of Japanese objects. From samurai swords to sake cups, you don't need to leave Torquay to discover beautiful Japanese artworks.
29 March - 30 September 2025
This year is the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth. To mark this occasion, we are exhibiting the finest surviving letter written by the author to her sister Cassandra. The original letter is rarely displayed and contains the first known reference to the novel Pride & Prejudice. It can be found in the Old Devon Farmhouse Gallery.
