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. 

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.

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.

Drop in to investigate tiny fossils and spectacular minerals close-up, using our powerful microscopes. Use snapshots of these minerals and fossils to make festive decorations to take home.  Get hands-on with some real fossil and rock specimens, and pop into our shop to pick up some presents.

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).

The morning Early Years session, 10-11:30am is suitable for children aged 18 months - 5 years 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.

Note: please only purchase 1 ticket per family (up to 2 adults and up to 3 children).

Come and explore, play, create and have fun with materials in our Studio!

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.

Where: Learning Studio on the lower ground floor

When: Activity slots at 10am, 11am, 2pm & 3pm. This is a pre-booked activity lasting 45 minutes.
 

Note: Please book a ticket for all adults and children attending