Educational and a good day out, it's a family favourite - and this year, the museum celebrated its 32nd birthday. Take a glimpse back through some of our favourite memories with the gallery below. Got your own memories? Send them to [email protected].
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The National Coal Mining Museum is based on the site of the former Caphouse Colliery in Overton, near Wakefield. Photo: OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images
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Shaun McLaughlin, Head of Engagement and Collections, at the National Coal Mining Museum near Wakefield in the lamproom at the museum.
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In this undated picture, a group of schoolchildren enjoy a trip in a horse and carriage.
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WWII (World War Two) living history event held at the National Coal Mining Museum in July 2017.