Events for 7th June 2024

Encouraging children and young people to get creative and choose their own challenge or plan a bake sale, sponsored challenge or sporting event, pet portrait sale, crafts sale, no treat week or geocaching. The aim is for each individual or team to raise £150 but any amount, large or small will help to make a […]

An opportunity to find out more about the school and meet with key staff members.

Free exhibition featuring a selection of the 150,000 artefacts, specimens and books donated and cared for in our the collections of the Institute. Highlighting key people and events in the Institution’s history to demonstrate how it survived through two centuries. Some items are on show for the first time and will explore the circumstances in […]

Free admission for families during half-term (26 October – 3 November) and a ‘Fantastical Tails’ gallery trail inspired by the wonderful creatures and animals in Chila Burman and Paula Rego’s work; suitable for ages 6yrs+.

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 […]

Explore the free children and adult museum trails through the museum to encourage doodling, drawing and creativity. .

Explore the free children and adult museum trails through the museum to encourage doodling, drawing and creativity. .

For further details, please contact Dave Stockley, davecarlstockley@gmail.com

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

A survey of Moore’s sculptural output from his earliest works through to his last years, in which nothing is more than 30cm in size. The first exhibition of its kind, it will include works from every decade of Moore’s career, from the 1920s to the 1980s.

A survey of Moore’s sculptural output from his earliest works through to his last years, in which nothing is more than 30cm in size. The first exhibition of its kind, it will include works from every decade of Moore’s career, from the 1920s to the 1980s.

The first ever UK museum exhibition of internationally renowned artist and internet sensation, Mr Doodle. Primarily characterised by black ink on a white background, his graphic style conjures up a world of quirky creatures and anthropomorphic forms, using ink pens and spray paint to weave together what he describes as “graffiti spaghetti”. The selection of  […]

A group of young people from Hartcliffe have been working with artists Oshii and Jono Gilmurray to create a sound and visual art installation for the aviary. The group explored the history of the building and the bird life that would have inhabited it, the significance of birds to the wider history and how the […]

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 […]

Identify artefacts in the sand, try writing on a wax table, play a Roman game and make a Roman mosaic. plus, explore the Roman Gallery with spotter trail. All children must be accompanied by an adult (included in each ticket). 7 June: over 8 years only; 21 June suitable for under 8 years.

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 […]

Bringing the UK’s biggest food festival featuring tasty food, delicious drinks and live music, watch MasterChef Champions, Michelin-starred and top local chefs in the Chefs Theatre, learn how to make show-stopping cakes with expert bakers, and learn the best baking hints and tips from Great British Bake-Off stars. There will also be the opportunity to sample new […]

Following the story of Frankie as they struggle with a recent autism diagnosis and its impact on how they are viewed by their family and friends. This story looks at how autism can affect people and their relationships, and reminds us all of the importance of accepting ourselves, and each other, for who we are.

An anthology of retold fairy tales based on the darker Brothers’ Grimm versions - it also has the dragon princess representation we all desperately need. The Collected Grimms Tales will be performed with fun and chaotic vibes.

A great selection of real ales with the added bonus of being able to take them onboard diesel-hauled trains. Enjoy a wide selection of beers from around the country with over 25 available and cider. Enjoy drinks on the station platform, or purchase a diesel train ticket and enjoy them onboard one of the heritage […]