Events at the Museum
These free events are taking place at the museum.
Tootles Tinies for Under 5s
- Thursday, 8 January 2026 - Let it snow
Calling all pre-schoolers, join us on a special Thursday of every month, between 11am and 12pm for storytelling, singing and crafting.
Be prepared to join in, make some noise and have some fun. No need to book just drop in. All children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a free event, but donations welcomed.
Friday Lunchtime Talks: Richard III - The Man & The Mystery! by Dave Andrews
- Friday, 6 February 2026
- 12:30pm to 1:30pm
- Booking required
This talk combines the true tale of his life, with the amazing story of the search for his bones, found in a Leicester car park. All told by a BBC journalist covering the story. Booking is essential.
To book, email museum@nuneatonandbedworth.gov.uk, or call the museum on 024 7637 6158. This is a free event, but donations welcomed.
FREE Saturday Make and Takes: Four Seasons Wreath
- Saturday, 3 January 2026
- 10:30am to 3:30pm
Let's celebrate the New Year with a craft make to mark the changing of the seasons. No booking required, just drop in. All children must be accompanied by an adult. All activities are free but donations welcomed.
Hands-On History Saturdays: Remembering Nuneaton School of Art
- Saturday, 17 January 2026
- 11am to 3:30pm
To tie in with the Exhibition here is a chance to take a closer look at artwork created by students and tutors. We'll be handling original logbooks and syllabuses to find out the variety of courses people studied. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The activity is free but donations welcomed.
New Year's Day Quiz
- Thursday, 1 January 2026
If you fancy a break from the sales or just getting off the sofa for an hour or two, join us for a New Year Quiz and test your knowledge about Nuneaton and the Museum. We are open at 10:30am on Thursday, 1 January, so pop along and see whats in store for next year.
Family Events Day: Victorian Family Events Day
- Saturday, 21 March 2026
- 11am to 4pm
Meet the Victorians and find out about what life was like 150 years ago. Get a closer look at objects that once belonged to Nuneaton novelist, George Eliot. Try your hand at some Victorian games and toys. Drop in, no booking required.
All children must be accompanied by an adult. The activity is free but donations always welcomed.