Events at the Museum
These free events are taking place at the museum.
Tootles Tinies for Under 5s
- Thursday, 18 June: Dinosaur Adventures
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: The Adventures of Harry Payne - the Edwardian "Literacy Tramp" with Quintin Watt
- Friday, 19 June 2026
- 12:30pm to 1:30pm
- Booking required
Find out about the newspaper reviews of a partially sighted vagrant, of towns and villages he visited before and during the Great War. These perceptive snapshots provide a worm's-eye view of Britain, challenging the myth that poor people left no written evidence of their lives and experiences.
To book, email museum@nuneatonandbedworth.gov.uk, or call 024 7637 6158. This is a free event, but donations welcomed.
FREE Saturday Make and Takes: Printing
- Saturday, 6 June 2026
- 10:30am to 3:30pm
Make your own print inspired by our Prints and Engravings Exhibition.
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: The News
- Saturday, 20 June 2026
- 11am to 3:30pm
Handle a range of items which shows how finding out about the news changed over the years, from radios and newspapers. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The activity is free but donations welcomed.
Children's Activities for Half Term
Join us for some make 'n' take crafty activities inspired by our Nuneaton Market Exhibition.
- Thursday 28 May: Make your own market stall
- Friday, 29 May: Make a draughts board game