Medieval Living History Day Come and see Stronghold Reenactment on 4th November at Ely Museum. Our medieval reenactors will be displaying armour and weaponry from the 12th century, along with fibre crafts and cooking. Come and meet the Lord, his soldiers and members of his household as they go about their daily tasks 4th November, […]
Inspired by Nature workshops 18th November For Families 10.30am - 12.30pm Handle museum objects, enjoy traditional fenland music and respond creatively using a range of exciting mark-making materials to make your own original artworks! Get creative with learning team and volunteers, no previous art experience needed! This drop-in is part of the Inspired by Nature […]
Roman Living History Day Come and see Britannia on 27th January at Ely Museum. Our Roman reenactors share displays of science, craft and medicine and you can hear what life may have been like in the Roman army. Will you make it into the Praetorian Guards (The Emperor's personal bodyguard)? Britannia are an award-winning reenactment […]
Join us this February half term holiday at Ely Museum for Chinese New Year crafts to celebrate the Year of the Dragon. Tickets are £3 per child plus your usual admission ticket or annual pass. Tickets are sold on the door and the session runs from 10.30am – 1pm, so drop in a time that […]
Calligraphy Workshop with Gaynor Goffe Modern Pointed Pen Script Taster Session 1pm - 4.30pm The modern pointed pen script has become very popular over the past decade. It is based on historical copperplate, but is an easier style. This practical workshop will give an introduction to using a pointed nib, and to this calligraphic style […]
Beneath our Feet: Archaeology of the Cambridge region A talk by Dr Jody Joy Jody will talk about his exciting exhibition, Beneath our Feet: an archaeology of the Cambridge region, currently on display at the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, Cambridge. In his presentation, Jody will discuss some of the wonderful objects on display in […]
Celebrate Ely Trail Friday 29th March – Sunday 16th June During museum opening hours. Eel throwing, apple sorting and more. Try out some of Ely’s famous activities in one location this spring in our Celebrate Ely trail. To tie in with our current temporary exhibition, Our Ely at 50 we are launching the Celebrate Ely […]
Eco-Creative Crafts Thursday 4th April 1:00-2:30pm and 3:00-4:30pm “Turn waste things into great things - without costing the Earth” Join us for eco-creative craft sessions led by Re-Imagine at Ely Museum this Easter Break. Create fun and purposeful garden crafts to welcome in the Spring including amazing colourful wind chimes and an outdoor seat cushion […]
Drop-In Spring Crafts Thursday 11 April 2024, 10.30am-1pm Join us for spring themed crafts this Easter and make a fenland windmill and a beaded flower. Tickets are £3 per child plus your usual admission ticket or annual pass. Tickets are sold on the door and the session runs from 10.30am – 1pm, so drop in […]
Hand Embroidery Workshop - Mixed Abilities Have a go at the mindful art of hand embroidery with textile artist Sophie Neville. This workshop is suitable for beginners, or people who have tried hand embroidery before and want to know more. Beginners will learn the basic stitches needed to get started on an embroidery project. Those […]
**** SOLD OUT **** Crochet Workshop - Mixed Abilities Try your hand at the relaxing art of crochet with textile artist Sophie Neville. This workshop is suitable for beginners, or people who have tried crochet before and want to know more. Beginners will learn the basic stitches needed to get started on a crochet project. […]
Quiet Hours Wednesday 8 May 2024, 3.30pm-5pm Join us on the second Wednesday of the month, from 3.30 – 5pm as we turn down the sounds, and enjoy a quieter, more relaxed museum visit. All are welcome during our quiet hours, though this time is especially ideal for those who find the usual sounds of […]
