Thursday 22 October 2015

British Museum - What's on for families this autumn

Holiday activities and more!
We have a huge selection of exciting events for families coming up at the Museum. During half term enter the world of the Celts with activities inspired by our exhibition Celts: art and identity. There are further Celts-inspired events at the end of November, with pop-up chess and more. You can also get creative with our free drawing and printing workshops as part of The Big Draw. Finally, the Days of the Dead family festival promises to be a colourful extravaganza of food, entertainment and Mexican-themed fun!


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Mon 26 Oct – Fri 30 Oct, 11.00–16.00
Enjoy a whole week of Celts-inspired activities in the Great Court. Try your hand at pottery and paper weaving or create mythical creatures and Celtic jewellery. You can even take part in a cool Celtic cauldron installation, discover harp music and listen to Celtic stories. Plus, don’t forget that under 16s go free to the exhibition, where families can uncover the hidden stories behind the objects.
Free, just drop in
Sat 24 Oct,
11.00–16.00
A day of creative activities for all ages and abilities. Take part in workshops with artists and discover how every drawing tells a story in aspecial digital session. Under 5s and their parents can also enjoy our Little feet sessions.
Free, just drop in
 
Sat 31 Oct & Sun 1 Nov, 11.00–16.00
Enjoy exciting activities throughout the weekend, including face painting, stilt walkers, marigold making, music and storytellers.
Free, just drop in
Supported by BP.
In association with the Government of Mexico as part of 2015: Year of Mexico in the UK.
 
Sat 28 Nov,
11.00–15.30
Take part in a giant game of chess with living chess pieces in this special event just for families. Afterwards, enjoy a screening of the Disney Pixar film Brave (PG).
Free, just drop in