Spotlight Tours
Wed 22nd October 2025 to Sat 19th December 2026
Free bitesize tours focused on fascinating items from the museum collection at The Beaney House of... Read more
What’s On at The Beaney
With exhibitions, events, workshops and activities that change throughout the year, there are so many reasons to visit!
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Explore the museum with a range of sensory support including fidget toys, sensory aids, things to help plan your visit and a soft toy ‘Beaney Buddy’
Interactive Smallfilms Table
Find our digital interactive table in the Smallfilms gallery.
Explore everything about Smallfilms: Watch scenes from Bagpuss episodes and see behind the scenes of these famous TV shows!
Drawing welcome!
Embrace your artistic side and make your own drawing inspired by the artwork and animals in the Garden Room.
You’ll also find a cosy corner where you can enjoy books about art and animals.
Let’s Play Portraits
Dress up in historical costumes inspired by the portraits on display in the People & Places gallery.
You’ll also find props, books and other activities.
Hold Some History
Use a scientific microscope or hold real and replica artefeacts and fossils in the Explorers & Collectors Gallery.
You can test out your mummification skills and learn about the collection on display.
Doll’s House
Let your imagination roam free in the Materials & Masters gallery with our popular Doll’s House. Full of tactile objects and characters for everyone to enjoy.
Don’t forget to take a peek at the Kaleidoscope as well!
Family Activities
Our museums are always hosting new and exciting family activities and workshops.
In each gallery you’ll find something fun to do that’s inspired by the museum collection!
