Upcoming Events

Dedicated to the world’s most infamous tank, Tiger 131. An opportunity to see the only running Tiger I in action  as well as a WW2 tank display, living history and much more.

A great way to get those broken household objects and toys working again - the skilled volunteers can try to fix electrical and mechanical items, furniture, clothing, toys and more. Donations to cover running costs are always welcome.

Calling all young science enthusiasts! Do you have a space or astronomy question you would love to know the answer to? Send in your questions and local space experts will do their best to answer them. Then visit the museum in half term and see your question on display along with the answer. There will be a prize for our favourite question in each age group. Age categories are: Up to 6 yrs; 7-10 yrs and 11-15 yrs. Please submit questions…

Celebrating a journey through the diversity of American landscapes, history and culture in this contemporary, immersive experience, where visitors join in and share their own stories. There will be large-scale-travel games, theatrical sets, and an array of American road-trip memorabilia, as well a chance to get up close to an original 1958 Harley Davidson Duo Glide motorcycle, on loan from Haynes Motor Museum. Explore the origins and stories behind the cultural phenomenon, and be transported across thousands of miles on…

Experience the beauty of 70,000 daffodils in bloom during March and April, with waves of different varieties opening in succession across the contemporary and historic grounds and gardens. The New American Garden, designed by US landscape architects Oehme, van Sweden, features 40,000 narcissus alone.

A great way to get those broken household objects and toys working again - the skilled volunteers can try to fix electrical and mechanical items, furniture, clothing, toys and more. Donations to cover running costs are always welcome.

Swish, squelch and splash your way through the 3-D sensory installations in Bear Wood to find real bears at the end in this fun family trail.

Featuring around 100 posters, this blockbuster show brings bohemian Montmartre to Bath with bright colours and bold lines, Toulouse-Lautrec's striking artwork captured the essence of turn-of-the-century Parisian nightlife. Pieces include his first poster of the Moulin Rouge and the cancan dancers of La Troupe de Mademoiselle Eglantine, alongside works by other celebrated artists of the day. Steinlein’s iconic Tournée du Chat Noir, an advert for Ruinart champagne by Alphonse Mucha and theatre posters by Jules Cheret as well as work…

Aa family-focused exhibition, showcasing over 60 dragon-themed objects from the Museum’s collection. Explore the stories and symbolism of dragons across China, Japan, and Korea through our family-friendly activities. Design your own dragon to hang in the ‘Dragon Gallery’; write your own dragon myth; and learn more about their history through the Fun Facts Trail and Family Activity Guide.

Join in with some mermaid magic with Hannah Peel reading some ocean tales. Free drop-in event suitable for parents and carers with children aged 0-6 years.

Surround yourself with the mystery of magic, cleverly fused with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Komedia will be transformed into a real-life science laboratory and lots of unbelievable “how did they do that!” moments. Experience non-stop action-packed interactive magical science experiments that will capture the imagination, a fast-moving and colourful magical science show, packed with mystery, suspense, and heaps of mess in this fun and entertaining show for the whole family to enjoy along with inspiring and educating every…

Vibrant language and physical theatre chart the devastating effect that one act of evil can have on an otherwise honourable and loyal man – we see how the ripples of that act spread to destroy both Macbeth himself and all those for whom he cared. As their actions are challenged by a third character who also brings the wider world of the play to life, Macbeth and his wife are seen to become ever more prey to the devastating horrors…

Vibrant language and physical theatre chart the devastating effect that one act of evil can have on an otherwise honourable and loyal man – we see how the ripples of that act spread to destroy both Macbeth himself and all those for whom he cared. As their actions are challenged by a third character who also brings the wider world of the play to life, Macbeth and his wife are seen to become ever more prey to the devastating horrors…

Calling all young science enthusiasts! Do you have a space or astronomy question you would love to know the answer to? Send in your questions and local space experts will do their best to answer them. Then visit the museum in half term and see your question on display along with the answer. There will be a prize for our favourite question in each age group. Age categories are: Up to 6 yrs; 7-10 yrs and 11-15 yrs. Please submit questions…

This first course covers ethical considerations when treating wildlife, health and safety, wildlife rescue techniques and equipment, cleanliness, hygiene and biosecurity, and a Q&A session. Courses are run online as ‘live’ or recorded. In addition, those attending the course will be able to attend a practical session in April, and a voucher for discounted copy of ‘Introduction to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation’. Attendees of all four online courses and the practical day will receive the SWWR Certificate in Wildlife Rehabilitation…

This course covers record keeping and legal considerations, care of neonatal and juvenile (‘orphan’) birds, care of neonatal and juvenile (‘orphan’) mammals, care of adult birds and mammals, Q&A. Courses are run online as ‘live’ or recorded. In addition, those attending the course will be able to attend a practical session usually run in April, and a voucher for discounted copy of ‘Introduction to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation’. Attendees of all four online courses and the practical day will receive…

This course covers assessment and examination, triage and euthanasia, medical treatments, first aid, wound care and bandaging, and a Q&A session. Courses are run online as ‘live’ or recorded. In addition, those attending the course will be able to attend a practical session usually run in April, and a voucher for discounted copy of ‘Introduction to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation’. Attendees of all four online courses and the practical day will receive the SWWR Certificate in Wildlife Rehabilitation and Release…

This course covers wildlife rehabilitation and release, release of adult casualties, soft release techniques and site surveys, catching up, release and post release monitoring, and a Q&A session. Courses are run online as ‘live’ or recorded. In addition, those attending the course will be able to attend a practical session usually run in April, and a voucher for discounted copy of ‘Introduction to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation’. Attendees of all four online courses and the practical day will receive the…

Celebrating a journey through the diversity of American landscapes, history and culture in this contemporary, immersive experience, where visitors join in and share their own stories. There will be large-scale-travel games, theatrical sets, and an array of American road-trip memorabilia, as well a chance to get up close to an original 1958 Harley Davidson Duo Glide motorcycle, on loan from Haynes Motor Museum. Explore the origins and stories behind the cultural phenomenon, and be transported across thousands of miles on…

Experience the beauty of 70,000 daffodils in bloom during March and April, with waves of different varieties opening in succession across the contemporary and historic grounds and gardens. The New American Garden, designed by US landscape architects Oehme, van Sweden, features 40,000 narcissus alone.

Swish, squelch and splash your way through the 3-D sensory installations in Bear Wood to find real bears at the end in this fun family trail.

Come along and create your own fused small yellow character! Legs should be covered and no open toe shoes please. Suitable for ages 6 and upwards; grownups should stay and supervise. Glass will be fired and shaped in the kiln and ready for collection a week later.

Featuring around 100 posters, this blockbuster show brings bohemian Montmartre to Bath with bright colours and bold lines, Toulouse-Lautrec's striking artwork captured the essence of turn-of-the-century Parisian nightlife. Pieces include his first poster of the Moulin Rouge and the cancan dancers of La Troupe de Mademoiselle Eglantine, alongside works by other celebrated artists of the day. Steinlein’s iconic Tournée du Chat Noir, an advert for Ruinart champagne by Alphonse Mucha and theatre posters by Jules Cheret as well as work…