Making Maps, Drawing Human Paths Through the World
Why do we depict journeys as lines on maps? Around 1500, European oceanic exploration introduced the practice of tracing human movement as paths across the globe.
Join us on Saturday, November 16, as we explore the fascinating history of a device we often take for granted and discover new ways of visualizing our place in the world. The event will feature:
Why is there a fin whale skeleton in Cambridge? What can we learn from our Dodo skeleton? What did Darwin collect here and on the Voyage of the Beagle, and what can these collections tell us about him and is ideas on evolution? Hear these stories and more on a guided tour around the Museum of Zoology.
Tours are FREE. Please book ahead.
Join us for a free drop-in session and explore our new handling boxes, designed with multi-sensory elements to enhance the museum experience for younger visitors.
Activity boxes to explore:
Maths and Measuring
Science of Sound
The Art and Science of Light
Human Body
Sensory Science Toys
Microscopes
Why is there a fin whale skeleton in Cambridge? What can we learn from our Dodo skeleton? What did Darwin collect here and on the Voyage of the Beagle, and what can these collections tell us about him and is ideas on evolution? Hear these stories and more on a guided tour around the Museum of Zoology.
Tours are FREE. Please book ahead.
We have been working with a fantastic group of 29 Year 12 students from across the UK, who have co-curated a new exhibition, starting on Sunday 29 September. The students were hosted by Clare College, Cambridge. It is a joint exhibition with the Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology (MAA). The exhibition runs throughout the Museum (and the MAA) and is based around the theme of ‘Our power over the natural world’. Do pop in to see the thoughts of these talented young people.
Join us for a free drop-in session and explore our new handling boxes, designed with multi-sensory elements to enhance the museum experience for younger visitors.
Activity boxes to explore:
Maths and Measuring
Science of Sound
The Art and Science of Light
Human Body
Sensory Science Toys
Microscopes
Investigate beautiful minerals and meteorites close-up, using our powerful microscopes. Use them as inspiration to make decorations representing real minerals, for a Hallowe'en window with difference!
Drop-in, no booking required.
Investigate beautiful minerals and meteorites close-up, using our powerful microscopes. Use them as inspiration to make decorations representing real minerals, for a Hallowe'en window with difference!
Drop-in, no booking required.
There will be picture books, drawing materials, sensory play resources, as well as tips and ideas to help you enjoy your visit to the Museum.
There’s no need to book, just drop-in.
These free drop-in events build upon the Museum's ‘Family Welcome Project’, a participatory research project with the North Cambridge Child and Family Centre.
Image: My Linh Le Photography
Join us this October Half Term for some spooky crafts and a have a go at our spooky quiz! Plus handle real specimens with our expert volunteers.
The craft session will take place in our Discovery Room in the Lower Gallery, 12 noon to 4pm. FREE, just pop in. No need to book.
Date:
Tuesday, 29 October, 2024 - 12:00 to 16:00
