MALTON MUSEUM PASS FUNDING HURDLE

Malton Museum first opened in January 1935. Called The Roman Malton Museum, it had been created in response to a series of archaeological excavations conducted around the town which uncovered some exciting finds, asserting the importance of Delgovicia in the Roman world.

The museum was initially located in the Milton Rooms, before relocating to the Old Town Hall in 1982. This extra space allowed it to display a greater range of exhibitions, including newly acquired Medieval objects. Sadly, the museum became homeless in 2012, until new premises were found in the Subscription Rooms in 2013, a stone's throw away from where the museum first opened.

As part of its 90th birthday celebrations, the museum is inviting you to make 2025 the year you get involved, whether that's by visiting the museum, volunteering, coming on a guided tour, attending a talk or taking part in our popular Roman Festival. 

We've also commissioned local print artist Emily Burns to create a limited run of 90  prints inspired by an item in our collection. The Goddess of Malton is her interpretation of a Roman fresco uncovered in the town and now on display in the museum. Pop into the museum to purchase your own copy!

Malton Museum are delighted to announce an evening with Emily on Tuesday 27th May at the Museum at 7.30pm to find out all about the goddess and how she produced the print. You can even have a go at your own linocut. Cost is £5 and this is refunded if you buy a print.