Artefacts and Homes from the past

At our monthly Home Education Days, families are invited to join us for a day of hands-on activities and creative workshops, designed especially for curious minds and creative hands.

At each workshop, we explore a new history theme, bringing the past to life through interactive experiences.

Our workshops are aimed at children aged 4–13 years, with an accompanying adult supporting their children where needed. With such a broad age range, sessions are delivered at Key Stage 1 and 2 level, with flexibility to suit different learning styles.

During this interactive workshop participants will step back in time and explore how homes and everyday life have changed through history.

As part of our artefacts and homes from the past workshop, the day will include visiting the Artefacts store to get involved in hands-on activities, historical investigation, and practical comparisons, learners will discover the evolution of domestic life, technology, and archaeology.

We will take part in:

• Handle authentic historical objects and match them to their modern-day equivalents.
• Explore two historical buildings and compare improvements in home design and living standards over time.
• Investigate clues within a historic property to uncover its past and the lives of its former occupants in the House Detective activity.
• Take part in an archaeological dig to uncover replica artefacts and record findings.

Typical Home Education Day Schedule

(This timetable will also be included in your confirmation letter.)

• • 10am – 11am – Welcome & Traditional Games
    Start the day with a warm welcome and enjoy traditional games and historic toys.
  • 11am – 12pm – Workshop or House Detectives Activity
    Take part in your pre-booked, hands-on workshop or join the House Detectives activity.
  • 12pm – 1pm – Lunch Break
    Relax and enjoy lunch on site or in the base room.
  • 1pm – 2pm – Workshop or House Detectives Activity
    Continue with your chosen activity.
  • 2pm – 3pm – Crafts
    End the day with creative crafts inspired by the Museum’s collections.

Important Information

• You must have at least one child booked onto a workshop to attend the Home Education Day.
• Extra siblings not attending a workshop will need to pay an entrance fee and must be accompanied by an adult.
• Each child attending a workshop must have an adult with them. If you have siblings not attending the workshop, you’ll need an extra adult to supervise them.

Costs

• £15.00 per child (4–13 years) – includes one workshop slot (cannot be changed after booking).
• Free for under-5 siblings not taking part in a workshop.
• £5.00 for one accompanying adult
• £5.00 for any extra adults or siblings attending (please confirm at booking).

Please note: This additional learning experiences is not included in our Museum membership offer.

Home Education Workshops at the Museum

Discover a learning experience where curiosity thrives and imagination flourishes.

Our Home Education workshops welcome children into a warm, nurturing space designed for inquisitive minds and hands-on exploration.

Every child receives the attention, guidance, and gentle encouragement they need to learn at their own pace. Led by our friendly and knowledgeable team, each workshop creates an environment where young learners feel safe to ask questions, experiment boldly, and immerse themselves in discovery.

Join us for engaging sessions that spark imagination, build confidence, and connect children with the rich heritage of the past—all in a setting that inspires wonder.

Visit our Home Education page for our full workshop programme