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archive in five

Step behind the scenes at the Brunel Institute by joining one of our open doors sessions.

step behind the scenes

By joining one of our open doors sessions at the Brunel Institute, you'll discover the fascinating stories hidden within the collection and explore items that are rarely on public display. 

Meet our knowledgeable curators and passionate volunteers and uncover the history behind unique objects from the storerooms.

five-minute insights

Each visit offers a chance to take a journey of discovery through the Institute’s rich archive. 

Archive in Five sessions take place 2–1pm, Wednesday to Friday, and on Saturdays during Bristol school holidays. Drop in for a quick five-minute insight or stay longer to browse the library shelves; there are countless treasures waiting to be found. Included with entry.

A collage of illustrations and ephemera from the Bristol Dockyards' collections

dive deeper

Discover over 75,000 incredible collection items.