The last 50 years have seen huge advances computing history and have radically transformed our lives. At this special event, find out how a computer can be programmed by a strip of paper and other fun facts.
Ages 7+
Who needs an expensive fitness gadget? In this activity learn how to turn the BBC micro:bit into a personal trainer. Count the number of steps you've taken or even design your exercise routine using this tiny device.
Ages 9+
Learn about the origins Atari's 1980 arcade game Missile Command before jumping into Scratch development.
Ages 9+
Python is everywhere and is one of the world's most popular programming languages. It's also capable of making games, and due to its "readability", is relatively easy to do.
Join this workshop to learn some fundamentals of coding before making your own game.
Age restrictions: 12+
Some experience with coding would be beneficial
Learn about the origins Atari's 1980 arcade game Missile Command before jumping into Scratch development.
Ages 9+
During this special 30-minute museum tour, in-house gaming experts will guide you through the history of videogames from the seventies to modern day.
Why not come dressed up as your favourite retro game character!
Ideal for ages 6+
Come and learn more about the warm chalky sea that covered East Anglia 90million years ago and the animals that lived in it. We’ll help you to ID the flint fossils that formed in the sea and you can take away a fossil ID sheet so you can continue your search for fossils when you get home.
This event will be held in a gazebo outside the Museum so please wear suitable clothing/sunscreen. The event is suitable for 5+years and because of small parts we can't accept younger children. Children must be accompanied by an adult. There are two sessions 10.30-11.30 and 14.30-15.30.
