Kirkleatham Museum plays host to an annual programme of exciting family events, monthly walks, talks and seasonal activities.
Browse our events to see what’s on now and what’s coming this year!
Join us this half-term for the Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels Trail, organised by Kids in Museums and Little Tiger. The national trail for families is inspired by Tourmaline and the Museum of Marvels by Ruth Lauren – a fun, feminist adventure series for children aged 9 – 12.
Tourmaline’s strange new magical powers are causing chaos and she desperately wants to know how to control them. When she receives a mysterious postcard promising her answers, she sets off on an unforgettable adventure to the Museum of Marvels.
Pick up a free activity sheet to join in at Kirkleatham Museum Search for Tourmaline, her friends and an assortment of magical objects hiding in the museum. Complete the spotter trail and get a free Tourmaline sticker!
Children can also design their very own Museum of Marvels. Three winning designs will win a signed Tourmaline book bundle and a National Art Pass (plus kids) courtesy of Art Fund – giving one adult plus children under 16 free entry to hundreds of museums, galleries and historic houses across the UK as well as 50% off major exhibitions!
Full competition terms and conditions: https://bit.ly/tourmalinetrail
There are always other exciting things to do while visiting the museum. Here are some of the activities you can do with your family during your visit to Kirkleatham.
Special exhibitions have themed treasure hunts and quizzes to help you explore them more. Quiz sheets and hunt instructions are available from the museum shop.
Making a Mark is an exciting programme for children created by Tees Valley Museums working with the National Portrait Gallery. It aims to encourage children to be curious and creative and make their own mark inspired by our local heritage.
Click here to find out more about Making a Mark programme
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