Explore the galleries of the Whipple Museum with your torch and find out more about the history of science. Discover the solar system, follow the family trail and experiment with light and shadows.
Please note that due to maintenance work this event will have no lift access and the upper gallery will be closed.
This is a drop in event, no booking required.
This event is part of Twilight at the Museums 2026.
We invite families with children who have additional sensory needs to join us for our Studio Sunday Relaxed Session. These quieter art making workshops aim to provide a comfortable creative experience at Kettle’s Yard.
In our Clore Learning Studio, participants can make art inspired by artworks and ideas at Kettle’s Yard, supported by artists and volunteers. No prior art experience is required.
Activities are designed for children ages 3–11 and we encourage parents and carers to create alongside their child.
Unlock your creativity at our free, artist-led workshops for families in the Clore Learning Studio.
Get hands-on with creative activities inspired by artworks and ideas at Kettle’s Yard.
No art experience needed — our friendly artists and volunteers will support you step-by-step. Children and adults of all ages are welcome to participate but Studio Sunday is most suitable for children between 3–11 years.
Cambridge Science Centre will be open, free of charge for this exciting exploration of light.
Please visit the Centre website to book your ticket - they will not be available on the night to allow us to control visitor numbers and make your visit as comfortable as possible.
FREE, booking required.
This event is part of Twilight at the Museums 2026.
Join us for the very first Little Stars session – a relaxed morning at the Whipple Museum. We’ll have picture books, drawing materials, and sensory play resources. We’d also love to hear what you’d like to see in future activities for little ones at the museum.
There’s no need to book, just drop-in. All welcome, especially suitable for families with babies and young children.
Drop-in runs 10am-12pm.
All welcome, especially suitable for families with babies and young children.
This month we will be based in Gallery 7 with breakout activities in Gallery 6. The activities on offer will have a festive theme.
No need to book, just drop in!
Space to park prams is available at the Courtyard Entrance.
Drop in and warm up with us as we investigate rocks made of magma and lava, both in our hands and under the microscope.
Discover igneous rocks from Greenland that glow and sparkle under UV light. Get stuck into some sweet-squashing fun as we use sweets to investigate how different rock types are formed.
Grown-ups: pop into our shop before you leave to pick up some presents at a 10% discount.
Image credit: Kevin Sebold via wikicommons
Little Robin loves this time of year. She visits all the festive plants in the Garden and this year you are invited too! Make a rubbing of the plants and then take the trail home and make your own festive bauble.
Suitable for all ages 3+.
Children must be accompanied at all times.
Come and explore, play, create and have fun with materials in our Creative Studio on the lower ground floor!
Workshops are free and supported by the Fitz Families team. All materials are included, and the workshops are suitable for children aged 5-12 years with their parents and carers.
This free drop-in event is recommended for ages 2-11 and there are a variety of activities spread across multiple galleries.
