We have plenty of FREE activities to keep you busy, including art and craft workshops and medieval object handling sessions, with a museum expert!

 Tuesday 1 June Medieval Manuscripts

Come and create an aged manuscript using staining techniques and ink and then finish off by signing with your very own stamp! All inspired by the medieval manuscripts housed here at the Herbert.

Wednesday 2 June Gorgeous Goblets

A vital piece of equipment for any wealthy person during medieval times, a beautiful goblet to sip from! Make and decorate your own and feel like a king or queen for the day.

11.15 Medieval Object Handling.

A short chat for families, with our museum expert and a chance to handle some real medieval artefacts. Meet at George Eliott's Piano.

Thursday 3 June Dashing Dinner Plates

Another essential for any medieval feast or banquet, where most medieval people would eat from plates made from wood or pottery. Create a plate inspired by these medieval styles using sand paint, string and hand painted detail.

11.15 Medieval Object Handling.

A short chat for families, with our museum expert and a chance to handle some real medieval artefacts. Meet at George Eliott's Piano.

Friday 4 June Sweet Smelling Pomanders

Pomanders were used to keep clothes and people smelling fresh during medieval times, when washing was very uncommon! Create a pomander out of oranges, cloves and ribbon that not only smells sweet but also makes a brilliant decoration.

11.15 Medieval Object Handling.

A short chat for families, with our museum expert and a chance to handle some real medieval artefacts. Meet at George Eliott's Piano.

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Suitable for all ages but particularly 4+
These workshops are drop in, there is no need to book but at busy times you may be asked to wait.

Contributions welcomed