The Museum of Cambridge

Toy Theatre Family Craft Activity
2024-02-04 11:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Join the Museum of Cambridge and let your creativity take centre stage with our family toy theatre-making activity. Create scenery and characters of a Pollock theatre, inspired by the one on display in the Museum’s Childhood Room. This hands-on craft will take place on Sunday 21st, Saturday 27th of January and Sunday 4th of February.
Find out about the history of the Pollock theatres and how they were made. Learn about local legend Elizabeth Woodcock, who got lost for eight days in a snowstorm in 1799. Be inspired by her remarkable story as we guide you through the creation of scenery and characters to bring her story to life. This event is suitable for ages 6 and above with an accompanying adult. It is not suitable for younger children unless visiting with an older sibling.
Dates:
21st, 27th of January
4th of February
Times:
11 AM – 12:30 AM
1 PM- 2:30 PM
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM (On all dates except for Saturday 27th)
Tickets:
To book a ticket and reserve your spot, book your tickets online here. If you’re not sure if you will be able to join us, don’t worry! There will be tickets available on the day, at the Front Desk of the Museum. This event is free of charge and available through support from the Cambridge City Council Community Grant.
Place:
The Enid Porter Room
At the 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 alex.smaridge@museumofcambridge.org.uk. Event attendees with additional needs are welcome to bring a supporter or carer who will be admitted to the event free of charge.
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 on Bridge Street. Check out the Stagecoach website to plan your journey to and from the Museum. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.
Photography
Please note that photographs will be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish your 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 offer you a refund if applicable and welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Victorian Valentine's Craft
2024-02-11 11:00 - 16:00 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
For over 200 years Valentine’s Day has been traditionally celebrated with the exchange of cards and flowers. Drop in at the Museum of Cambridge to make a token for a loved one. You can try your hand at different paper flowers or Victorian themed cards.
Dates:
Sunday 11th of February
Times:
11 am – 1:00 pm
1:30 pm – 4 pm
Tickets:
There’s no need to book for this activity, just drop in at the Museum during the morning session or the afternoon session and get crafting! This event is free of charge and made possible by support from the Cambridge City Council Community Grant.
Suitable for children aged 6+ with younger siblings welcome. Children must be accompanied at all times.
Place:
The Enid Porter Room
At the 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. Event attendees with additional needs are welcome to bring a supporter or carer who will be admitted to the event free of charge.
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 on Bridge Street. Check out the Stagecoach website to plan your journey to and from the Museum. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.
Photography
Please note that photographs will be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish your 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 offer you a refund if applicable and welcome you to the Museum on another day.

February Half-term: Twilight with the Museum of Cambridge
2024-02-17 - 2024-02-25 | The Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Visit the Museum of Cambridge this February half-term for Twilight with the Museums fun! Joining with the University of Cambridge Museums (UCM) Twilight with the Museums programme, we’ve got a series of family activities for you to check out and an opportunity to discover our collection in a completely new way.

Magic Lanterns and Shadow Puppets Family Craft Activity
Join the Museum to let your creativity shine using light and shadows to tell stories!
Learn about the history of using light and shadows in storytelling, from countries around the world to stories in your home town. Practice making hand-shadow animals, make a shadow puppet to tell the story of Moses Carter, the Histon Giant, and find out how you can make your own shadow puppet theatre!
This event is suitable for children ages 6 and above with an accompanying adult. It is not suitable for younger children unless visiting with an older sibling.
Dates:
19th, 21st and 23rd of February
Times:
11 AM – 12:30 AM (On all dates except for Wednesday 21st)
1 PM- 2:30 PM
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Tickets:
To book a ticket and reserve your spot, book your tickets online here. If you’re not sure if you will be able to join us, don’t worry! There will be tickets available on the day, at the Front Desk of the Museum.
Please book a ticket for the number of children attending. There is limited space for additional adults, so please only one adult per child. This event is free of charge and made possible by support from the Cambridge City Council Community Grant.
Find out more and book here: Magic Lanterns and Shadow Puppets Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite

Twilight at the Museum of Cambridge
Visit the Museum of Cambridge during Twilight with the Museums and explore the history of Cambridge after dark! Bring your own torches to uncover the hidden secrets of the Museum of Cambridge and its collection. Pick up a trail and see if you can shine a light on the stories unfolding through the Museum.
Date:
Friday 23rd of February
Times:
4:00 pm -7:00 pm (Last entry 6:30 pm)
Tickets:
This activity is suitable for children aged 5+. To book a ticket and reserve your spot for a timed entry, book your tickets online here. Please book a ticket for the number of children and adults attending. If you’re not sure if you will be able to join us, don’t worry! There will be availability on the day.
Regular admission prices apply, adults £6 and students £4.50. Children 16 and under visit for free.

Place:
The Enid Porter Room
At the Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
Cb3 0AQ
Accessibility
The Museum of Cambridge is not wheelchair or buggy accessible. There are narrow doors, uneven floors and small rooms which make it unsuitable. There is limited space to leave your buggy at the reception desk before your visit. 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 alex.smaridge@museumofcambridge.org.uk. Event attendees with additional needs are welcome to bring a supporter or carer who will be admitted to the event free of charge.
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 on Bridge Street. Check out the Stagecoach website to plan your journey to and from the Museum. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.
Photography
Please note that photographs will be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish your 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 offer you a refund if applicable and welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Magic Lanterns and Shadow Puppets Family Craft Activity
2024-02-19 11:00 - 16:30, 2024-02-21 13:00 - 16:30, 2024-02-23 13:00 - 16:30 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Join the Museum of Cambridge during Twilight with the Museums and let your creativity shine using light and shadows to tell stories.
Learn about the history of using light and shadows in storytelling. From countries around the world to stories in your home town. Practice making hand-shadow animals, make a shadow puppet to tell the story of Moses Carter, the Histon Giant, and find out how you can make your own shadow puppet theatre!
This event is suitable for children ages 6 and above with an accompanying adult. It is not suitable for younger children unless visiting with an older sibling.
Dates:
19th, 21st and 23rd of February
Times:
11 AM – 12:30 AM (On all dates except for Wednesday 21st)
1 PM- 2:30 PM
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Tickets:
To book a ticket and reserve your spot, book your tickets online here. If you’re not sure if you will be able to join us, don’t worry! There will be tickets available on the day, at the Front Desk of the Museum.
Please book a ticket for the number of children attending. There is limited space for additional adults, so please only one adult per child. This event is free of charge and made possible by support from the Cambridge City Council Community Grant.
Place:
The Enid Porter Room
At the 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 alex.smaridge@museumofcambridge.org.uk. Event attendees with additional needs are welcome to bring a supporter or carer who will be admitted to the event free of charge.
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 on Bridge Street. Check out the Stagecoach website to plan your journey to and from the Museum. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.
Photography
Please note that photographs will be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish your 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 offer you a refund if applicable and welcome you at the Museum on another day.

Twilight with the Museum of Cambridge
2024-02-23 16:00 - 18:30 | Enid Porter Room, Museum of Cambridge, 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Visit the Museum of Cambridge during Twilight with the Museums and explore the history of Cambridge after dark! Bring your own torches to uncover the hidden secrets of the Museum of Cambridge and its collection. Pick up a trail and see if you can shine a light on the stories unfolding through the Museum.
Date:
Friday 23rd of February
Times:
4:00 pm -7:00 pm (Last entry 6:30 pm)
Tickets:
This activity is suitable for children aged 5+. To book a ticket and reserve your spot for a timed entry, book your tickets online here. Please book a ticket for the number of children and adults attending. If you’re not sure if you will be able to join us, don’t worry! There will be availability on the day.
Regular admission prices apply, adults £6 and students £4.50. Children 16 and under visit for free.
Place:
The Enid Porter Room
At the Museum of Cambridge
2-3 Castle Street
Cambridge
Cb3 0AQ
Accessibility
The Museum of Cambridge is not wheelchair or buggy accessible. There are narrow doors, uneven floors and small rooms which make it unsuitable. There is limited space to leave your buggy at the reception desk before your visit. 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 alex.smaridge@museumofcambridge.org.uk. Event attendees with additional needs are welcome to bring a supporter or carer who will be admitted to the event free of charge.
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 on Bridge Street. Check out the Stagecoach website to plan your journey to and from the Museum. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.
Photography
Please note that photographs will be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish your 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 offer you a refund if applicable and welcome you at the Museum on another day.
