
Illuminating History
17 February, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Light up the past at the Museum of Cambridge with special Magic Lantern displays! Make your own lantern slide in our drop-in craft session.
At this FREE drop-in craft session for children aged 5 and over, come along and craft your very own projection slides for a Victorian-style lantern based on one from the collection. Then, find more Magic Lanterns to light your way through the Museum’s 16th-century building and illuminate the fascinating history of Cambridge.
Have a look at an authentic Victorian lantern and learn about the history of cinema.
This activity is running throughout Half Term and there’s no need to book, just pop by the Enid Porter room and get crafting.
Dates:
Monday 17th – Sunday 23rd February
Time:
11:00 – 15:00 on 17th, 18th, 20th, 21st and 23rd February
16:00 – 19:00 on Wednesday 19th February
13:00 – 16:00 on Saturday 22nd February
Tickets:
There is no need to book a ticket for this event. It is a drop-in activity in the Enid Porter Room.
Place:
The Enid Porter Room
Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
CB3 0AQ
Accessibility:
The Enid Porter Room has level access into the space. You can also read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email enquiries@museumofcambridge.org.uk.
Getting Here:
We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.
You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop nearby on Bridge Street. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.
Photography:
Please note that photographs may be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish for you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.
Healthy Events:
If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to welcome you at the Museum on another day.