Families

Make magical memories with the whole family.

There’s something for the whole family at The Bowes Museum. Come and enjoy self led activities in the galleries, explore the Murmuration exhibition or borrow a backpack and discover the collection.   There’s also a whole host of activities for all ages to enjoy this springtime.

The grounds also offer a rich and diverse environment, with family-friendly orienteering, nature trails, a dedicated play park and picnic area.

Younger visitors will love our Stay and Play activities in the galleries every Thursday, Young Creators sessions for 11 to 18 year olds on the 1st and 2nd Saturday of the month, as well as our Artist Makers workshops every Saturday and Family Story Tours during school holidays.

Remember under 18’s, students and carers go free to The Bowes Museum.

There are lots of activities taking place inside the Museum this springtime for everyone to enjoy.  Download your copy of our programme here.

FAMILY EVENTS

Children
Every Thursday until 2 Jan 2025
10:00 - 4:00, included in admission

Stay and Play

Children
Every Saturday until 4 Jan 2025
1.00 - 3.00, included in admission

Artist Makers

Hands working on a mixed-media craft activity.

You can download the fun packed trails to the grounds from here or pop into reception and pick one up to explore the parkland.

 

Did you know the Museum has a permanent orienteering course around the grounds – there are three different ones for you to choose from.

Make your walk around the Museum gardens more interesting and fun with these special viewfinders.

Take pics of what you see and tag us in on social media so we can see and share too!  @thebowesmuseum

There’s lots of wildlife in the Museum’s grounds – what can you see and hear and how many different things can you find?

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