houses a collection of documents and curios charting the history of substance use, supply and societal reaction throughout the centuries. Substance use and its prevalance in contemporary society is a subject of polarisation from acceptance and tolerance through to fear, moral panic and prohibition.

to provide a showcase for items housed within the Museum alongside articles of research into their historical significance

to provide an educational resource for scholars interested in the field of substance use and associated matters

to further the development of the Museum's collection and to bring the exhibits to the attention of a wider audience

to challenge the historical inaccuracies, moral panics and prejudices that continue to resonate within contemporary society

New - The Museum Band of The Year, click on the image above. Codeine Velvet Club

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New Exhibition 2010 - Sensationalist Novels

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If you are concerned about any drugs related issues, please visit the Links section of this site where you may be able to find the assistance you need. We have tried to source the best possible sites that meet a broad spectrum of needs. All of the sites we recommend are non-judgmental and offer harm reduction approaches. We hope you find the help that you need.

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