This site is part of the South West Heritage Trust.
Somerset Schools can access Heritage Workshops at all our Museum sites, and in the Classroom.
Our sessions support a cross-curricular approach to learning, and are grouped into eight categories:
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We currently offer Standard sessions (approx. 90 mins) and Extended sessions for select workshops (all day including time for lunch).
Sessions can be adapted for delivery to any age 4-14. A maximum of 35 students can participate in each workshop.
Find out the connection between Bridgwater and an ancient South American empire
Our expert archivist can visit your classroom and deliver tailor-made workshops on a range of topics
Take a look at what life was like on the Home Front in Somerset during the Second World War.
Go back in time and learn about life as a Victorian child
Hold history in your hands examining creatures of the past
Brunel, bridges and boats, it's all here in our fascinating STEM workshop
Examine the evidence of crime and punishment in Somerset
Explore the important work of these two nurses and their role in medicine over time
Excavate artefacts of Ancient Egypt during this interactive and fascinating workshop
Remember, remember the Fifth of November with our exciting explosive workshop
What toys did children play with in the past? During this workshop children will push, pull and spin their way through a variety of historical toys
Discover the dinosaurs that lived in Somerset and create fossil themed art
Enjoy a trip to seaside holidays of the past with this themed workshop
Set sail for an adventure into the world of pirates and find out about a local connection to these historical adventurers
In 1666 the landscape of the City of London changed forever. Find out how people recorded and responded to the disaster
Find out how the Victorians celebrated Christmas
