Drop-in to the Museum for a taste of ancient Egypt and enjoy a range of hands-on activities.
Design and decorate your own burial jar, clay scarab or mummy mask, try out the Decipher the Hieroglyphics challenge, and follow the Victorian explorers trail
For ages 4-11
Summer at the Museums
This event is part of Summer at the Museums, a mix of hands-on activities, events and trails, for families to enjoy throughout the summer holidays.
Drop-in to the Museum for a taste of ancient Egypt and enjoy a range of hands-on activities.
Design and decorate your own burial jar, clay scarab or mummy mask, try out the Decipher the Hieroglyphics challenge, and follow the Victorian explorers trail
For ages 4-11
Summer at the Museums
This event is part of Summer at the Museums, a mix of hands-on activities, events and trails, for families to enjoy throughout the summer holidays.
Design and create your own kite with local artist, Ricki Outis.
Pre-book via 01480 497314 or info@norrismuseum.org.uk
Summer at the Museums
This event is part of Summer at the Museums, a mix of hands-on activities, events and trails, for families to enjoy throughout the summer holidays.
Can you survive a changing climate?
Enjoy a range of games, challenges and crafts inspired by ancient civilizations that experienced climate change and weather disruption.
Visit the Whipple History of Science on the same day for related activities
Summer at the Museums
This event is part of Summer at the Museums, a mix of hands-on activities, events and trails, for families to enjoy throughout the summer holidays.
Discover the mysterious antler headdresses of prehistoric Star Carr in Yorkshire and make your own headdress to take away.
Follow the trail through the Museum's temporary exhibition, A Survival Story: Prehistoric Life at Star Carr, and imagine what life was like for our ancestors.
Explore the Pacific Islands of Kiribati: hold sharks tooth swords, design a warrior outfit and learn why corals are important.
Visit the Museum of Zoology on the same day for more coral-themed activities.
Summer at the Museums
This event is part of Summer at the Museums, a mix of hands-on activities, events and trails, for families to enjoy throughout the summer holidays.
Ages 7+
Crack codes and solve clues in this fun workshop based on the Hidden Tales, an exciting new adventure series where families go on a treasure hunt around the museums of Cambridge. Make art inspired by the Fitzwilliam with illustrator Jennifer Bell and listen to a book reading by author Mark Wells.
BOOKING ESSENTIAL. To register your interest please tel: 01223 332904 or email: education@fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk. Places will be confirmed on receipt of payment.
Drop-in on the first Saturday of the month and join us for activities and art-making on the theme of 'circus tricks'.
Plus
Family tours
Tours last 30 minutes and leave at 14.00 and 15.00. Recommended for children aged 5+.
Story time
Storytelling lasts 30 minutes and leaves at 14.30 and 15.30. Recommended for Children under 5.
Number restrictions apply for both, please collect a sticker from the Courtyard Entrance.
Ages 5+
Pick up your Discover Arts Award Challenge at the Fitzwilliam. Hunt around the Museum and gather inspiration. Try out activities as part of our Family Art Week. Hand in your completed booklet to achieve the Discover Arts Award in a Day!
Ages 5+
A new show starring two women scientists turned circus performers. Ever wanted to know how you balance a chair on your chin or if you can juggle liquid? StrongWomen Aoife and Maria reveal the scientific secrets behind their astounding tricks. In a fun lively and fast-paced family circus performance, find out how jugglers acrobats and hula hoop artists use science to create their amazing acts.
