See the world turned upside down! Join Chippenham Museum to learn about the science of photography and create your own camera obscura to take home. Working with Lacock Abbey, the birthplace of photography, this workshop celebrates Chippenham’s connection to Victorian inventor William Henry Fox Talbot. Once resident at the abbey and MP for Chippenham, Fox […]
We're back! We admit - Covid bruised us a bit, but we're never down for long. Ideas to start - The Snow Queen/Jekyll and Hyde stimulus - the actors decide where it goes.... with the designers input on props, costume and set. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/DeoX5iKNMPpAboHN7 Ages 10 -13: 3.45pm - 5.25pm Ages 14 -18: […]
Discover climate stories from our collection throughout the museum this half term, and enjoy free family activities with an environmental twist. Half-Term Family Activity: Paper Frame Decorating Decorate your own paper frame, inspired by our RPS Documentary Photographer of the Year Exhibition. This activity will use scrap materials from past workshops, and the end product […]
Not-so-Spooky Stories and craft activities at Chippenham Library on Tuesday 25th October 2-2.45pm for children aged 4 - 11. Come along and listen to some slightly spooky stories and try our craft activity. Places limited so book early to avoid disappointment on 01249 650536 or drop into the library.
Discover climate stories from our collection throughout the museum this half term, and enjoy free family activities with an environmental twist. Create your own scrap monsters ready for Halloween. This activity will use scrap materials from past workshops, and the end product will be fully recyclable, making our session environmentally friendly.
Meet Santa and his favourite Elf in the grotto at Emery Gate Shopping Centre! Free to come and receive a free gift! While stocks last.
Inclusive Play Sessions taking place twice a month from 3-5pm at Springfield Community Campus in Corsham (families from Chippenham and surrounding areas are welcome to attend). WHO Neurodivergent and/or disabled children aged 12 and under Parents and carers must stay Siblings are welcome too WHEN AND WHAT Both sessions offer activities in a large hall, […]
We're having a party! Get your PJs on and celebrate the start of half-term with some stories, songs and activities on Friday 10th February at 4pm. For children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. Places are free but must be pre-booked at the library counter or on 01249 650536.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with us on Tuesday 14th February! From 11am - 3pm, enjoy a fun-filled day of activities! We are hosting a FREE craft workshop and invite you to take part in making cute love bugs out of recycled materials and creating a Valentine's Day card for your loved ones. Event T&C’s Children aged 16 […]
Free history workshop at Chippenham Library this half-term - come along and find out about life in the time of Queen Mary I. Suitable for children aged 7-11. Places must be booked in advance at the library or on 01249 650536. Funded by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity
MINDFULNESS AND CREATIVITY WORKSHOPS FOR CHILDREN AND PARENTS in Chippenham Inviting you to unique workshops designed to bring mindfulness to children and families, providing an opportunity to relax, unwind, de-stress and create through mindful art. These workshops are perfect for children who may need a little mental health and emotional well-being support, have a lot going […]
Welcome to The Museum of Marvellous Things, where the impossible can happen! Make stars in jars, catch moons like balloons, dance with Doo-Dahs in cages, sing with Noo-Nahs on stages. Because this is a museum like no other – it’s made from the magic of YOUR imagination – and you get to bring it alive. […]
