03/08/2021
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
Event information
Time
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Price
Free
What
Disabled access events,
Family events
Where
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences
Who
Families

Explore the Sedgwick where a walk through the museum will take you on a 4.5 billion year journey through time.

Spaces will be limited to ensure the museums does not feel too overwhelming. Sounds will be turned off and the lighting controlled as much as possible.

A chill out space with bottled water will be provided for those children who need to take a break.

Please note: this event is free to attend but booking is essential. Please book places for any family members that will be attending too.

Prior to the event you’ll be sent out a visual story for the museum which will include the new safety measures.

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