Our Sunday events run between 12:30 and 16:30, and are free
unless otherwise stated. Most events are drop-in, but some may
require sign up on the day.
Sun 20 – 21 May: Egypt Extravaganza
Another holiday weekend of events: this time it's a two-day
Ancient Egypt special with hieroglyphs and pyramids. Bring
your own teddy or doll to make into a mummy!
A Slice of Life: Egypt!
Date: Sat 19 – Mon 21 May
Times: 11:00–13:00, 14:00–16:00
Venue: Ancient Egypt gallery, Level 3
Cost: Free, drop-in, suitable for everyone
Meet a Victorian Archaeologist recently returned from Egypt and
hear tales of tombs, burials and curses!
Object handling with real artefacts from Ancient Egypt
Dates: Sun 20 – Mon 21 May
Time: 12:30–16:30
Venue: Grand Gallery
Cost: Free, drop in
Handle some genuine Ancient Egyptian objects then dress up
Egyptian style and have your photo taken!
Magic Mummies
Dates: Sun 20 – Mon 21 May
Time: 12:30–16:30
Venue: Learning Centre, Level 4
Cost: Free, drop in
Make an Egyptian headdress or create your own hieroglyphic
warnings to place on the door of your tomb/bedroom. Bring along a
doll or teddy to turn into a mummy and we'll provide the
bandages and amulets to go inside the wrapping!
New! The Three Pyramids online game
Our
Fascinating Mummies events are supported by Allander Print Ltd.