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We are open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am–5pm, and bank holidays.

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Since April 2024
Public commission

'Slices of Peace' is a public artwork by artist and designer Yinka Ilori MBE installed in Orchard Park – a new public park in Kings Hill, near West Malling in Kent.

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Apr 2025–Apr 2026
Free entry

Celebrating 250 years since the birth of JMW Turner. #Turner250

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Sat 14 Jun–Sun 26 Oct 2025
Free, drop-in

Explore paintings, collages, photography, video and installation pieces created by local young artists inspired by the sea.

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Fri 7 Feb-Sun 1 Jun 2025
Free entry

Come and meet this giant commission by Lily Mixe, alongside Young Creatives X RNLI.

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22 Feb–26 Oct 2025
Free entry

Make your mark in our Clore Learning Studio with the Chalk Stream. Our Clore Learning Studio has been transformed into a Chalk Stream. Designed for play, alongside the children’s art library of over 400 books and regular workshop programme.

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Wednesdays, 3:30pm–4:30pm
Free, drop-in

Fun-filled drawing sessions for little ones!

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Saturdays until 25 October 2025, 11.30am–12pm
Free entry

Discover the stories behind the artworks during our fun, hands-on Family Highlight Tours.

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Saturdays & Sundays, 2–4pm
Free, drop in

Come and create at our free, drop-in family workshops for ages 12 and under.

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Authentic Indian cuisine for Margate curry lovers.

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Thu 24 Jul, Thu 28 Aug, Thu 25 Sep, Thu 23 Oct 2025, 10.30–11.30am
£1 suggested donation

Join us for a free morning of creative fun, exploring a range of crafting activities to learn with your child.

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Sun 27 Jul, Sun 31 Aug, Sun 14 Sep 2025, 10am–12pm
Free entry

Our Relaxed Hours are a chance to visit our exhibition 'The Sunken Boat: A glimpse into past histories' in a calmer environment.

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Wed 30 Jul 2025, 10am–12.30pm & 1–4pm
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Join artist Will Ford for a puppet-making workshop and help create a giant butterfly and mini caterpillars for the Margate Pride parade.

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