The afternoon session, 1-2pm, is suitable for babies aged 0-18 months and their parents and carers.
Notes: A family ticket is for up to 2 adults with up to 3 children.
The morning session, 10-11.30am, is suitable for children aged 18 months-5 years and their parents and carers.
Note: A family ticket is for up to 2 adults with up to 3 children.
Drop-in runs 10am-12pm
These free events build upon our ‘Family Welcome Project’, a participatory research project with the North Cambridge Child and Family Centre.
No need to book, just drop in
Explore the animal kingdom with stories and play. Discover animals that are awake at night and asleep in the day, and create an owl mask to take home with you.
This expert-led session is suitable for children aged 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
There are two sessions to choose from one at 10.30am and another at 11.30am. Both sessions are the same.
FREE
Go on an underwater safari around the Museum of Zoology finding amazing marine animals, handle real sea shells and hear stories about life in the sea.
This session is suitable for children aged 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
There are two sessions , one at 10.30 and another at 11.30. Both sessions are the same.
Please book ahead.
Travel around the world in the Museum to find out how animals cope with the cold. Then settle down for some cosy stories and make your own hibernating hedgehog to take home with you.
This event is suitable for children aged 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
There are two sessions to choose from starting at 10.30 and 11.30. Each session lasts around 45 mins. Both sessions are the same.
Drop-in runs 10am-12pm
Join us for a relaxed morning at the Museum for all the family. We’ll have picture books, drawing materials, sensory play resources, as well as tips and ideas to help you enjoy your visit. There’s no need to book, just drop-in.
These free events build upon our ‘Family Welcome Project’, a participatory research project with the North Cambridge Child and Family Centre.
This session will be based in Gallery 6 and have a Christmas Story Theme
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a regular at the museum, our festive drawing activity is the perfect way to explore the galleries through the lens of your imagination and artistic skills.
Artist Rose Feather has created a playful design for you to use as you sketch, doodle, and interpret the exhibits in your own unique way!
This free, printed activity is available to collect from the Founder's and Courtyard Entrances between 21st December and 5th January.
Hear stories, play games and explore our collections with tales of monkeys and their friends at the Museum. Suitable for children aged 2-5.
The afternoon Early Years session, 1-2pm, is suitable for babies aged 0-18 months and their parents and carers.
Join artist Sally Todd who will lead fun, hands-on, playful activities for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their grown-ups. This relaxed and social session takes place around the Museum.
Please note: please only purchase 1 ticket per family (up to 2 adults and up to 3 children).