Dorset Youth Pride is back at Shire Hall Museum for 2023!
At Shire Hall, we believe that Pride is a celebration for everyone of all ages. Dorset Youth Pride is an inclusive event welcoming all members of the LGBT+ community, families, young people and allies.
Shire Hall Museum will be open for FREE* on Saturday 10th June. Visitors to Dorset Youth Pride will have the opportunity to take part in a range of inclusive activities whilst exploring one of Dorchester’s most historic buildings.
- Vinyl Van hosting ‘Pride Pick & Mix’ – take over the Vinyl Van decks and play some Pride anthems
- The Young Historians from Keep Military Museum with their display ‘Queer Was Always Here’- exploring LGBT+ figures throughout history
- An interactive trail throughout Shire Hall Museum, including the historic cells and courtroom
- Brilliant and informative stalls from Space Youth Project, Pop’n’Olly , Dorset Youth Association , Dorset Police and more
- Opportunities to share your favourite LGBT+ films, books and music recommendations
- Learn more about LGBT+ history with informative talks and additional information
We’re thrilled to be partnering with the following organisations for this year’s Dorset Youth Pride:
- Space Youth Project
- Pop ‘n’ Olly
- The Keep Military Museum
- Weymouth Gay Group
- This is Me
- Dorset Youth Voice
- Budmouth College
- Thomas Hardye School
- Vinyl Van
Dorset Youth Pride at Shire Hall is sponsored by RiskSTOP Group
Please note: Shire Hall Museum is an accessible venue. For more information about Shire Hall’s accessibility, please click here