Shefton Museum facts for kids
The Armstrong Building, the former home of the Shefton Museum
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| Established | 1956 |
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| Dissolved | 2008 |
| Location | Newcastle upon Tyne, England, UK |
| Type | Archaeology museum |
| Public transit access | Metro |
| Great North Museum | |
The Shefton Museum of Greek Art and Archaeology was a special place in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It was a museum all about ancient Greek art and amazing archaeological finds. It opened its doors in 1956 at Newcastle University.
After many years, the museum closed in 2008. But don't worry, its incredible collections are still around! They are now part of the much bigger Great North Museum.
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A Look Back: The Shefton Museum's Story
Where the Museum Was Located
The Shefton Museum was found inside the Newcastle University campus. It was specifically located in the Department of Classics. This department was in the university's main Armstrong Building.
How the Museum Started
The museum was created in 1956. It was started by a professor named Brian B. Shefton. He received a small amount of money, £20, from the university's leader, Charles Bosanquet. This money helped get the museum going.
Growing the Collection
From its humble beginnings, the museum's collection grew a lot. It ended up with more than 800 different objects! Professor B.B. Shefton was the person in charge, called the curator, until 1984. After him, Professor Tony Spawforth took over this important role. Professor Shefton passed away in 2012 when he was 92 years old.
Moving to a New Home
The Shefton Museum's collection eventually moved. It became part of a bigger plan called the Great North Museum Project. The Shefton collection, along with items from the Museum of Antiquities, moved to the Great North Museum:Hancock.
The Shefton Museum closed its doors on April 18, 2008. This was to get ready for its collections to move. The new and improved Hancock Museum opened in May 2009.
