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Opening Hours

Monday - Saturday
10.00am - 4.00pm
Sunday
12.00pm - 4.00pm

Contact

Phone
024 7683 2386
Email
info@theherbert.org
Address
Jordan Well, Coventry,
CV1 5QP


Virtually Victorian

Victorian family
Victorian family

HISTORY - A glimpse into Victorian life


Suitable for KS2

Timing: 1 hr 30 mins; including a 45 minute facilitated session and 45 minute independent visit to the galleries

Cost: £70 per session 
         £60 for Coventry local authority schools

From stereoscopes to sausage-stuffers, our collection of real and replica objects are waiting to transport your pupils back to Victorian times. Original photographs and dressing up items including children's clothes, elegant dresses and dapper top hats are used to enhance this memorable experience.

Learning outcomes

Through attending this session your children will build on the following skills:

  • Improved speaking & listening skills through group discussion and interaction
  • A better understanding of chronology, people and changes in the past
  • Improved knowledge and understanding of materials

Click here to download your Virtually Victorian Teachers Resource Pack.

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