You are invited to the Summer of Stories – Storytelling at the Museum of Cambridge!

Our storytelling workshop starts with getting settled into your seat to listen to a professional storyteller and author tell you exciting folk tales from around Cambridge, with props. (join us for 2 hours)

There will be an hour of interactive storytelling, before you start creating a story of your own.

What: A free interactive arts, crafts, and storytelling session, where you can hear amazing stories from around Cambridge, and then create your own story. You can create a story as a comic book strip or a collage.

When: We have 3 dates through August – Tuesday 1st, Tuesday 15th and Tuesday 29th

Where: The Session will take place in our beautiful Enid Porter room at the Museum of Cambridge. The entrance to the Enid Porter room is through the Museum courtyard with a green door in an old shopfront with a collection of typewriters and other wonderful artifacts.

Suitable for ages 3+

All of our stories are told in an age-appropriate manner for the audience that we have on the day.

For children age 3 – 6, you can create a story collage with coloured pens, stickers, pom-poms and sequins, then craft characters for your story!

For children age 6 – 13 you can write, draw or create a story using the different writing prompts provided. There will be writing prompts to help you get started, you can also create the characters from your story with our craft supplies.

How to book: Please book a ticket for all adults and children attending. If you would like any help booking your tickets, please email sophie.casford@museumofcambridge.org or call the Museum on 01223 355159

After you have enjoyed our storytelling workshop why not visit the Museum?

There is lots to explore and a fun trail to keep your little ones entertained as you go around. The Museum is open 10 am – 5 pm Monday- Saturday, and 11 am – 4 pm on Sunday.

We are open 7 days a week for the summer holidays (July 19th – September 4th). Children 16 and under are always free at the Museum of Cambridge, adult standard ticket are priced from £6 and admission fees apply.

Accessibility

You can read about our accessibility information on our website. If you’d like to chat through any accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01223 355159 or email sophie.casford@museumofcambridge.org.uk. Event attendees with additional needs are welcome to bring a supporter or carer who will be admitted to the event free of charge.

Getting Here

We are in the centre of Cambridge. You’ll find us at the corner of Castle Street and Northampton Street. We are right beside Kettle’s Yard and only a 15-minute walk from King’s College.

You can park your bike at the bike parks on Bridge Street or on Northampton Street. There is a bus stop on Bridge Street. Check out the Stagecoach website to plan your journey to and from the Museum. Find out more about how to get here by train, bike, bus, car or on foot on our website.

Photography

Please note that photographs will be taken throughout this event, and images may be used in future marketing and reporting materials. If you do not wish you or your family’s photograph to be taken, please make sure to let us know.

Healthy Events

If you’re feeling unwell or have recently tested positive for Covid-19, please do not attend this event. We’ll be happy to offer you a refund if applicable, and welcome you to the Museum on another day.

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