This year’s theme is the Social Aspect of Bath – from grand gatherings to everyday moments, discover how people have shaped the city across centuries with a variety of hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, guided city walks, entertainment and more. There will b teams from the The Roman Baths, Victoria Art Gallery, Bath Abbey, No1 […]
An opportunity to take a tour behind the scenes at the Museum. Tours last 1.5-2hours, places limited.
Make and decorate your own Georgian-style hat to take home. Drop in craft, free with museum admission (children enter the museum free with a paying adult).
Drop in creative workshop to make your own Zandra Rhodes-inspired padel fan, enjoy music from the Up Late All Stars and find out more about Fragile Fans from the collection and what it takes to conserve them.
Explore Cleopatra's story through ancient Latin sources, featuring selected readings with English translation including guided readings from original Latin texts and expert insights into the language and culture of the ancient world with George Sharpley, a former university teacher of Latin. Suitable for ages 16+ years.
From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing 500 years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red.
If you live in a BA or BS postcode, then you can enjoy half price travel all weekend. Simply bring some ID with you to our booking office on the day. Trains depart at 10:45am, 12pm, 13:15pm, 14:30pm and 15:45pm.
Annual re-enactment and living history event. Explore the equipment, military life and home front culture experienced by many during World War II with more re-enactment groups and exciting performances. The event will feature 1940s costume and decoration, re-enactors and living history groups telling the stories of those who lived, served and fought in WW2, WW2-era […]
Exhibition that will look through the eyes of one of Britain’s most acclaimed contemporary artists, Cornelia Parker, at the historic glass and found objects that inspire her work and artistic process.
Discover the legendary story of Dido, the African queen whose life was transformed by the arrival of Aeneas, a fugitive from Troy. This immersive day school will explore the myth of Dido and Aeneas through the lens of Virgil’s Aeneid, featuring selected readings with English translations, guided readings from Virgil’s Aeneid, and insightful discussions led […]
Take a guided tour inside the Chieftain tank and find out what life was like for the crews that served in them – from how to load the gun, how to make tea, and where to go to the toilet! Plus, hear from experts and handle Cold War equipment, including everyday personal kit such as […]
Dig for Roman artefacts (replicas) in a special excavation trench and learn how to identify, record, and uncover hidden treasures just like a real archaeologist Sessions at 11am and 12pm.
With bonnet trimming and Regency letter writing activities, spring-themed spotter trail, outdoor games and activities in the garden, including child-sized croquet.
Frank will be discussing his new book, A British Childhood with John McLay. The book tells the story of 21st century childhoods in Britain with stories of real lives in homes, libraries, schools and the streets across the country.
The session will look at different time periods through exploring the faces found on artefacts in the Museum. Sessions at 10:30am for ages 6-11 years and 1:30pm for older children and teens.
Celebrating 75 years of the Kennet & Avon Canal Trust with dancing, boat craft displays, free boat trips, music, children's activities, barbecue and refreshments, as well as a cake competition (1950's or boat themed cakes).
See classic cars, racing cars, vintage buses, military vehicles, motorbikes and more, alongside amazing aircraft and the historic hangars of the former Filton Airfield. Included with standard admission.
With artwork by Paula Ogun Hector and Samantha Walker to celebrate the Windrush generation and their descendants and work by local families and students who have been finding out about the importance of Windrush Day. In addition, on 22 June, there will be a series of public talks throughout the afternoon by members of the […]
Commemorating the centenary of the 1926 General Strike and what happened in Bath with Somerset Coalfield Life at Radstock, and Bath Trades Council. Learn about the untold story of Bath and industrial unrest through displays, talks, and films.
Open day is a celebration of everything that it means to be part of the REME Family in celebration of Armed Forces Day 2026 with Summer Fete style games such as hook-a-duck, basketball throw, mini golf and more, inflatable games, axe-throwing, displays, exhibitions and equipment from REME's local units including 8 Training Battalion REME and […]
Using images from the Museum's collections as well as any you choose to bring to create collages based on different themes. The finished pieces will be displayed in the Museum for everyone to enjoy. No artistic experience necessary. Anyone who contributes a photograph for display will receive free entry to the rest of the Museum, and […]
With talks, music, reenactments, food and drink, workshops, children's activities, immersive history, performances and more..
Search for the friendly faces of Lucius Marcius Memor, palace worker Sulinus and Aquae sulis resident Flavia. Discover Roman life in Bath through their every day experiences.
Draw creativity from the museum's collection, sparking ideas for your own creations, have an exclusive tour of the Roman Baths, learn to use modelling clay and tools, creating a series of models inspired by the museum's exhibits, and discover the lives and culture of Roman Britain, gaining insight into the historical context of your creations. […]
An illustrated talk exploring the historial piece, a mechanical marvel and an artistic masterpiece. Learn how the globe works and what it shows of the sky as well as how recent research has revealed that hidden within its mechanism are first signs of a then-new understanding of the stars.
Suitable for 8-13 year olds focused around current collections and exhibitions to look at archaeology, history, natural history and art, and take part in practical activities such as archaeological recording, experiments, art, and walks to local archaeological sites.
Suitable for 5-7 year olds and will be an introduction to popular topics and take part in fun activities such as role play, art and craft, dressing in costume and exploring the galleries. 4 year olds who have started school (or are being home educated) are welcomed.
Marking the 400th anniversary of his birth, this exhibition celebrates wide-ranging pursuits and scientific interests of John Aubrey, the famous seventeenth century antiquarian, scientist, and biographer. The exhibition will feature significant loans from across the country. Part of the Chippenham - Our History project.
Bringing together objects from the Museum’s collection alongside Hannah Lim’s contemporary sculptural works, some of which have been created in direct response to items within the collection. Shaped by her upbringing in London and her mixed Singaporean and British heritage, Lim works with materials including polymer clay, wood, and metal to create playful sculptures that […]
Films and talks, a book of original research and fascinating stories about the history of cinemas in the area. Mr Harold Willis, a projectionist at the Beau Nash cinema will present anecdotes and memories. There will also be a special film screening of Cinema Paradiso at the Little Theatre Cinema on 17 May as well […]
