Kirkleatham Museum plays host to an annual programme of exciting family events, monthly walks, talks and seasonal activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Browse our events to see what\u2019s on now<\/a> <\/strong>and what\u2019s coming this year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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 this summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Get crafty this summer with Kirkleatham Museum and join us for themed family crafts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pirate Arts & Crafts <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Our popular arts and crafts sessions will be returning with an adventurous pirate theme for kids and grown-ups alike to enjoy this week!\u00a0 Come along to the museum to show off your creative talents, or to discover a new favourite craft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pirate Crafts – Tuesday 28th July – 10:00 am\u00a0–\u00a03:00pm<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Pirate Craft <\/strong>– Thursday 30th July – 10:00am – 3:00pm <\/a>(Quiet Hour for families with additional needs \u00a03-4 pm)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Dinosaur Arts & Crafts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Get crafty this summer holiday with Dinosaur themed crafts \u2013 plus, there a fantastic opportunity to explore the Expedition Dinosaur Exhibition, museum and grounds <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dinosaur Crafts –<\/strong> Tuesday 4th August – 10:00am-3:00pm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dinosaur Crafts<\/strong> – Thursday 6th August – 10:00am-3:00pm<\/a> (Quiet Hour for families with additional needs\u00a0 3-4 pm<\/strong>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Saxon Arts & Crafts <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Get crafty this week with Saxon themed crafts \u2013 plus, there a fantastic opportunity to explore the Saxon Princess Exhibition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Saxon Crafts <\/strong>– Tuesday 11th August – 10:00am-3:00pm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Saxon Crafts <\/strong>– Thursday 13th August – 10:00am-3:00pm<\/a> (Quiet Hour for families with additional needs\u00a0 3-4 pm<\/strong>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Seaside Arts & Crafts <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Seaside Crafts –<\/strong> <\/strong>Tuesday 18th August – 10:00am-3:00pm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Seaside Crafts <\/strong>– Thursday 20th August – 10:00am-3:00pm<\/a> (Quiet Hour for families with additional needs\u00a0 3-4 pm<\/strong>) <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Peter Rabbit and Beatrix Potter<\/strong> Arts & Crafts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Peter Rabbit and Beatrix Potter<\/strong> Crafts<\/strong> – Tuesday 25th August – 10:00am-3:00pm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Peter Rabbit and Beatrix Potter<\/strong> Crafts<\/strong> – Thursday 27th August – 10:00am-3:00pm<\/a> (Quiet Hour for families with additional needs\u00a0 3-4 pm<\/strong>) <\/p>\n\n\n\n Crafts from \u00a31.50 – \u00a33.50 – Museum admission charges also apply.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Our exciting summer programme kicks off this week with crafts and a teddy bears picnic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Gather up your picnic baskets, blankets, sandwiches, drinks, and don\u2019t forget your Teddy Bear!\u00a0 Come along to Kirkleatham Museum for a morning of fun including Magic Show, music, balloon modelling and woodland trail. Tickets for the teddy bears picnic are \u00a35 and include a Kirkleatham Museum teddy. For more information and to book tickets to this event and others, please follow the link below. Ages 0-6 years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Teddy Bear Picnic – Wednesday 22nd<\/sup> July 10.30am \u2013 12.00pm<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Teddy Bear Picnic – Wednesday 12th August 10:30am-12:00pm<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n Calling all fearless fossil hunters, dino-spotters, and prehistoric explorers\u2014Mr Bones is back and he’s bringing the Cretaceous period with him! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Perfect for families, dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages, and anyone who has ever dreamt of getting closer to the prehistoric world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 31st July<\/p>\n\n\n\n 5th August, 7th August, 12th August, 14th August, 28th August, 30th August<\/p>\n\n\n\n 6th September<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 am \u2013 3 pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Age range: Families -All ages<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Charges: Included in Museum Admission ticket<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n Ahoy, mateys! Have you ever wanted to learn how to be a swash-buckling pirate and sail the seven seas? Pirates & Scallywags are here to help! With their fantastically fun show of comedy sketches, games, singing and dancing, they\u2019ll have you ready to fit right in with their pirate crew in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udcf8And that\u2019s not all \u2013 there will be costumes for the little ones to try on in front of a deserted island back drop which makes for a perfect photo opportunity to remember the day by. It’s an experience you won’t want to miss, and makes for a fantastic start to a day out at the museum & grounds!<\/p>\n\n\n\n 29th July 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Show times 10:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tickets \u00a32 <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Get your tickets here <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n Will your boat float?\u00a0 Join Carmen and Kat to design and build a boat and then test how seaworthy it is.\u00a0 Explore the Sir James Knott Lifeboat and discover the stories of its rescues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Boat Building Workshop – Wednesday 29th July 11:00am-2:00pm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Boat Building Workshop – Wednesday 19th August 11:00am-2:00pm <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Age range: Families \u2013 all ages<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Charges: Included in Museum Admission ticket.\u00a0 Drop In<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n Acle will be setting up their living history encampment outside the museum, where the precious belongings of a 7th Century princess can be found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Acle is an Early Medieval reenactment society based in the North East of England. We aim to provide an inclusive, interactive and informative interpretation of life in the early medieval period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Saturday 15th August – 10:00am-4:00pm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sunday 16th August – 10:00am-4:00pm <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Age range: Families \u2013 all ages<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Charges: Included in Museum Admission ticket.\u00a0 Drop In<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n \u00a0White Rabbit & Mad Hatter Show at Kirkleatham Museum!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 10 am, 11 am, 1pm,<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2 pm ( quiet performance for families with additional needs)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Age range<\/strong>: Families \u2013 all ages<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tickets \u00a32<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Step into a world of wonder and mischief as the White Rabbit and Mad Hatter bring a magical family show to Kirkleatham Museum!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Join these lovable characters for an unforgettable adventure packed with: Perfect for families and children, this fun-filled event promises laughter, music, and magical memories from start to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSummer Activities 2026!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Themed Family Crafts<\/strong><\/summary>
Teddy Bear Picnic<\/strong><\/summary>
Dinosaur Discovery Days<\/strong><\/summary>
Pirate Show<\/strong><\/summary>
Boat Building Craft Workshops<\/strong><\/summary>
Acle Saxon Camp<\/strong><\/summary>
White Rabbit & Mad Hatter Show<\/strong><\/summary>
\u00a0Hilarious comedy
\u00a0Interactive games
\u00a0Catchy songs and sing-alongs
\u00a0Energetic dancing
\u00a0Plenty of audience participation<\/p>\n\n\n\n