There will be picture books, drawing materials, sensory play resources, as well as tips and ideas to help you enjoy your visit to the Museum.
There’s no need to book, just drop-in.
These free drop-in events build upon the Museum's ‘Family Welcome Project’, a participatory research project with the North Cambridge Child and Family Centre.
Image: My Linh Le Photography
Our creative club is back!
Designed for children aged 8-14 with special educational needs and disabilities who usually find visiting museums overwhelming due to conditions that affect their sensory processing and/or have a developmental disability.
At the Disability Friendly Opening, the museum will be open exclusively for families with children with sensory sensitivities. This event is aimed at children with special educational needs who usually find visiting museums overwhelming due to conditions that affect their sensory processing and/or have a developmental disability.
Join us this October Half Term for some spooky crafts and a have a go at our spooky quiz! Plus handle real specimens with our expert volunteers.
The craft session will take place in our Discovery Room in the Lower Gallery, 12 noon to 4pm. FREE, just pop in. No need to book.
Date:
Tuesday, 29 October, 2024 - 12:00 to 16:00
From 21 September, visitors to the Whipple Museum will encounter an example of “guerilla history” - a blue plaque from nearby Bene’t Street which was repeatedly graffitied to acknowledge Rosalind Franklin’s enormous contribution to our understanding of genetics.
Join us for a magical family session at the Botanic Garden, inspired by Elena Mannion's enchanting story "Old Oak and Little Acorn." Enjoy a captivating reading by the author, followed by a fun craft activity where we will decorate acorns and make autumnal greeting cards. Each child will receive a signed copy of the book to take home with them.
- 2 sessions: 11am – 12 noon and 2 – 3pm
- Booking essential: £12 per child
- Recommended for ages 4-7 years
Women have been interested in science throughout history, but they are often forgotten in histories of science. To mark our new display celebrating Rosalind Franklin and her work on DNA, come and find out more about other scientific women in our collections. Among others, we'll be telling the stories of the astronomer who impressed the King, the computer programmer who learned maths because her mum didn't want her to become a poet and the chemistry lecturer who made cupcakes to explain elements. This is a drop in talk, no booking required.
Grab your pencils and head to the Botanic Garden to have a go at our self-led Autumn Art Adventure. This little booklet is free to pick up from the Ticket Offices and is full of prompts and ideas to help you observe, imagine, scribble and draw as you make your way around the beautiful Garden at autumn time.
Share your artwork with us online! (@CUBotanicGarden) All ages welcome to join in!
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.
We encourage parents and caregivers to create alongside their children during the workshop. If the studio is busy you may be asked to come back later, but you can pick up our free take-home art activities at the desk to keep the creativity flowing.
Join author Steve Antony has he reads his joyful tale of a family’s quest to find the Rainbowsaurus. On their way, they meet animals that are all the colours of the rainbow, who all want to find the Rainbowsaurus too.
After the story, chat with Steve, and see if you can find our very own Rainbowsaurus hidden in the Museum!
Free, booking essential.
Children and adults must each have a ticket.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Suitable for 3-7 year olds.
