Twilight at Home

Try spending an evening like the Ancient Romans during winter.

Try out this cut-and-colour diorama to complete a Knight in armour.

Find out more about empathy and seeing things from a different point of view.

The sun and moon argue over whose light is best. Who do you think should win?

A fun, prehistoric-themed word search.

Discover the beauty of the northern lights and learn more about the science of colour in this hands-on craft activity.

Have fun using salt dough to make your own starfish.

Make your own shadow puppet and learn more about the science of shadows.

Get outside and discover the stars above!

Create your own Anglerfish mask 

Make your own wonderful water lily that blossoms on water.

Look, Copy, Make activities are designed for children with special educational needs and disability (SEND).

This activity is based on a special animal globe from the Whipple Museum. 

Follow the story of Denny the Farmland field mouse and make some crafts along the way.

Look, Copy, Make activities are designed for children with special educational needs and disability (SEND).

This activity is based on a Bronze age beaker from the Museum of Archaeology and Anthroplogy.

Learn how to code the 'broken' Internet T-Rex game using Scratch

Ages 9 - 11

The early morning is one of the best times to spot wildlife. Set your alarm and wake-up with the Museum of Zoology to listen out for birdsong and spot local wildlife. 

Ages 6+

Join the Polar Museum for a sing-a-long which will help you learn more about climate change.

Ages 7+

The James Webb telescope is huge, so how does it get into space? Make your own model to find out.

Ages 7+

See strange goings on - captured on film for the first time ever - when has closed for the night.

All ages

Discover the animal visitors who visit the Museum at night.

Ages 5 - 7

Learn how to code the micro:bit to become a wake-up alarm.

Ages 8 - 12

Why save the fun for the evening? Grab some breakfast, get comfy and enjoy a morning story with the Stained Glass Museum.

Learn how to turn an old jar into a magical starry night. 

Learn how to make a colourful star decoration using simple materials.

Find out what happens when you mix colours with a this home made rainbow spinner.

Use everyday items to make your own constellation viewer.

Make your own fancy Twilight star to hang in a window or as a decoration. 

Try your hand at sketching a gruesome gargoyle.

Use the micro:bit to learn how to 'launch' a rocket.

Make an interactive 8-bit solar system using Scratch.

Play a fun finding game using paper and torches.