The Summer Holidays are here, and we have so many exciting craft activities and workshops to keep the whole family busy throughout the holiday!

It’s the Season of Wellbeing at the Museum of Cambridge, linking to our temporary exhibition ‘The Stories Behind the Stitches’ which explores how crafting can improve our mental and physical health. Each of the family crafts throughout the summer are related to improving wellbeing, encouraging mindfulness and self-reflection.

Here’s a rundown of all the excitement with links to more information and booking where applicable.

Mini-Me Maker

24^th and 31^st July, 11:00-16:00

Drop-in, no booking required

In this first event for the Museum of Cambridge’s Season of Wellbeing, craft a miniature version of yourself, and learn to appreciate the little things that make you, you!

More information here: https://www.museumofcambridge.org.uk/event/mini-me-maker/.

Woad-Working Wonders

14^th and 17^th August, 12:00-14:00

Booking required

Get hands on with a complete guide to natural dyeing. From planting seeds to your very own naturally dyed bracelet, follow the process of a 2000-year-old craft.

More information and booking link here:

Wednesday 14th: museumofcambridge.org.uk/event/woad-working-wonders-season-of-wellbeing-2/

Saturday 17th: museumofcambridge.org.uk/event/woad-working-wonders-season-of-wellbeing/

Junior Journals

19^th and 23^rd August, 11:00-16:00

Drop-in, no booking required

Design your own journal to help reflect and improve your wellbeing. Use a variety of materials to make a unique cover, then take some time to fill your journal in.

More information here: https://www.museumofcambridge.org.uk/event/junior-journals-season-of-wellbeing/.

You Can Drum

27^th and 31^st August, 12:00-15:00

Booking required

Turn rubbish into music in our final summer workshop. Learn how a tin can and a balloon become an instrument before taking part in a drumming circle.

More information and booking link here:

Tuesday 27^th August: https://www.museumofcambridge.org.uk/event/you-can-drum/

Saturday 31^st August: https://www.museumofcambridge.org.uk/event/you-can-drum-2/

Alongside events, there are three new trails to take you through the Museum during your visit.

Each trail is aimed at different age groups, so there is something for everyone! Alongside this, the current trails (Why do We Craft, and Mischief the Monkey) will still be running. That means we have 5 trails on the go!

Calming Colours, for ages 5-8

Exploring the link between colours and emotions

Nurturing Nature, for ages 9-12

Look at natural objects and the influence of nature on the Museum’s displays

Creative Crafts, for ages 13+

Find beautifully crafted objects in the collection and design your own.

Each trail includes engaging activities and extra information to take your visit to the next level.