Friday 22 March 2013

What's On in April Museum of Childhood


Family Activities
© Victoria & Albert Museum, London
© Victoria & Albert Museum, London
Egg-tastic Easter Fun
Friday 29 – Monday 1 April, 11.00-16.00
Drop in during the Easter weekend for bunny stories and games, find out where the Easter Bunny has hidden his chocolate eggs and have a go at seasonal crafts.

Oranges and Lemons
Monday 1 – Sunday 7 April
Rebecca Davies travels the country in Beau Belle’s Ice Cream Van collecting English folk traditions. Drop by to share your story, take part in an art workshop and take part in zany activities with oranges and lemons!

When I Was Young
Tuesday 2 – Sunday 14 April, 10.30-16.00
Have a go at popular games from the past 60 years, enjoy a creative retelling of The Emperor’s New Clothes and design a ridiculous outfit for a paper doll emperor, inspired by 60 years of fashion.

Drop-in / Free / All ages
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St George's Day event
© Victoria & Albert Museum, London
© Victoria & Albert Museum, London 
Saturday 20 April, 11.30-16.00
Join us for a day of English merriment to celebrateSt George’s Day, with live music and dance, storytelling, traditional games and art activities.
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Exhibitions and Displays
©Victoria & Albert Museum, London/John Drysdale
©Victoria & Albert Museum, London/John Drysdale
Modern British Childhood 1948-2012
Until 14 April
Don’t miss the last chance to see this major exhibition, exploring the huge changes that occurred in lives of children in Britain during the period between the London Olympic Games of 1948 and 2012.

The Space Between
Until 19 May
A display of work by photographic collective The Lyrical and the Ordinary, focusing on the domestic family environment. Although the themes vary – from worry and loss to humour and affection – personal stories lie at the heart of each artists’ work.

A Treasured Collection
Until 1 September
An exuberant and eclectic installation of ‘mini museums’ made with adults and children, giving an insight into the private art of collecting.
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Springtime in the V&A shop
This Easter the V&A Shop has an assortment of sunny, spring themed products, games and creative kits. We love this fun pop out card, which is more than a greeting, it's a little gift. Made from recycled cardboard, it’s easy to assemble - just pop out and slot together.
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Win tickets to see James and the Giant Peach!
The Birmingham Stage Company is proud to present a brand new production of James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl adapted by David Wood. Enter our prize draw for your chance to win a family ticket to the show at one of a choice of venues.
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You may also be interested in...
Mister Holgado at the Unicorn Theatre
24 March – 28 April
Conrad tells his parents that a tiger lives in his wardrobe but they don't believe him - then a mysterious stranger comes to visit and Conrad knows that something is amiss but parents always know best... don't they? A hilariously horrifying tale for ages 8+ and a perfect Easter treat for all the family!

To find out more call 020 7645 0560
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What's on at the V&A
Find out What's On at the V&A in April-June 2013. Explore exhibitions, discover displays and find out about the extensive public events programme.
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V&A Museum of Childhood, Cambridge Heath Road, London E2 9PA
www.museumofchildhood.org.uk