Saxons Opening Day
David Erskine2026-03-23T16:23:32+00:00Join us for our big family SAXON opening day!
The SAXONS
David Erskine2026-10-05T10:48:45+01:00Three lives. Three burial sites. Three extraordinary stories.
The Science of Christmas
David Erskine2025-11-12T10:18:17+00:00Could Father Christmas catapult a present down a chimney? How can you grow a candy cane? Is it possible to make a snowman without snow? We’ll be answering all these questions with our seasonal science workshop! This hour-long workshop is suitable for children aged 5-11 (younger children are welcome but will need help with [...]
I Grew Up 90s Exhibition
David Erskine2025-11-11T13:27:05+00:00Take a trip back in time with more than 200 iconic objects and artworks bringing the 90s to life. The 1990s: a decade when history seemed to hit pause. With the Cold War over, the Gulf War behind us, and the War on Terror still years away, the ’90s ushered in a rare stretch [...]
Autumn Art at Discover Bucks Museum
David Erskine2025-09-30T09:51:48+01:00Experiment with clay and paint to create a piece of art to take home! £5 per participant. Timings: 10am – 3pm Suitable for ages 3-11 Buy Tickets PLUS – our brand new exhibition I Grew Up 90s launches on 25 October! Book now and plan your family day out www.discoverbucksmuseum.org/whats-on/october-half-term-25/ You can also: Take [...]
Modroc Mummies at Discover Bucks Museum
David Erskine2025-09-30T09:47:46+01:00Learn how to make your very own mummy this Halloween! From removing the insides to the final wrapping of bandages, we’ll be following the step-by-step practises of the Ancient Egyptians. This is a taught session- please be ready for the start of your session. This workshop may get messy so old clothes are recommended. [...]
Cosmic Adventures at Discover Bucks Museum
David Erskine2025-07-21T11:53:29+01:00This summer holiday, blast off into a world of space, science, and sci-fi fun for the whole family. Join us for themed crafts every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, explore the incredible Beyond the Stars exhibition, Space Descent VR – narrated by Tim Peake and our much-loved Roald Dahl Children’s Gallery every day. Relax in our space-themed sensory room, enjoy garden games [...]
The Diary of Wiska Wildflower with Harriet Muncaster
David Erskine2025-06-02T18:14:13+01:00Harriet Muncaster, bestselling creator of Isadora Moon, Mirabelle, Emerald and Victoria Stitch, can’t wait to share her new book series, The Diary of Wiska Wildflower. Told in diary format and packed with beautiful full-colour illustrations, this is the enchanting story of WiskaWildflower and her search for friendship at Inkcap’s Academy. Harriet will be reading [...]
A Symphony of Stories with James Mayhew
David Erskine2025-06-04T09:30:26+01:00Did you know that music can tell stories? Join James Mayhew for a wonderful event full of stories, music, and live illustration. Be swept away by tales of sunken cities and miraculous firebirds in this unforgettable introduction to classical music. 60 minutes long (including Q&A), followed by public book signing. Date: Saturday 26 [...]
Fairytale Frogs & fabulous Frocks with James Mayhew & Toto Martinez
David Erskine2025-06-04T09:30:40+01:00Join James Mayhew and Toto Martinez for this dazzling interactive session inspired by their best-selling picture-books. Discover a world of mixed up fairytales, and wonderful live illustration. You can even help Toto design the best pantomime dame costume ever! 60 minutes long (including Q&A), followed by public book signing. Date: Saturday 26 July [...]
