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Ancient Egyptians at Haden Hill House: Thursday 23 July-2 August
Uncover the Victorian fascination with the Ancient Egyptians through trails, quizzes and crafts during our regular museum opening hours
Free Entry, small charge for some activities
Curse of the Mummy’s Tomb (Family Escape Room): Thursday 23rd July, 11:15am & 1pm
Join Professor Black, grab a clue sheet and embark on a quest to discover the missing ancient artifacts throughout the museum to lift the curse. But be careful… time is not on your side and the Mummy has awakened!
Suitable for ages 7+
£4 per person
Booking is essential via https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/sandwell-museums-and-arts
Terror From the Tomb: Sunday 2nd August, 3pm
An immersive talk delving into the gripping journey into the myths, mysteries, and chilling legends surrounding Egypt’s most feared burial sites. From cursed tombs to vengeful pharaohs, you’ll explore the real history behind the stories that have fascinated (and terrified) explorers for centuries.
Suitable for ages 16+
£6 per person
Booking is essential via https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/sandwell-museums-and-arts
Animal Planet with Fantastic Journeys. Friday 7th August. 12pm lively session for children with Additional Needs, 1.30pm gentle session for children with PMLD and/or Complex Support Needs
Join Fantastic Journeys for an interactive music and movement adventure. Journey to the Animal Planet in our magical hot air balloon. Meet the animals and take part in musical games and activities. These sessions will engage the children in music, movement, dance, and storytelling. Expect instrument playing, singing, dancing, parachute games and more. The sessions are suitable for children with Additional Needs and their families. Why not come make it a day out. You can attend the sessions then visit the park and playground too. Children should attend with a parent or carer.
Tickets £5.50 for each participating child with Additional Needs. There are a limited number of free tickets available for siblings if they are attending as part of family support. Parents/carers do not need a ticket.
The session is taking place on the ground floor of the museum and entrance is via the accessible entrance at the rear of the museum. Please ring the bell for entrance.
Book at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/sandwell-museums-and-arts
Curious Past-Times at Haden Hill House Thursday 2- Sunday 16 August
Get hands-on and join in with some family‑friendly activities exploring play, creativity and traditions from around the world, as well as trails, quizzes and crafts all during our regular museum opening hours.
Free Entry, small charge for some activities
International Games: Thursday 6 August 11am-3pm
Take part in a game or two with our Games Expert in the Old Hall. Discover a collection of games from across the world and see if you can beat the expert!
Haden Hill Family Bingo Morning & Pub Quiz Afternoon: Thursday 13th August 11.30am & 2pm.
Join us as we celebrate two of Britain’s favourite pass times Bingo and a good ole Pub Quiz. Whether you come for the Bingo morning to see if you can win our prize or come with your quiz team to challenge you quiz brains, all are welcome, suitable for families
£1 per person
Booking is recommended via https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/sandwell-museums-and-arts
Juggling performance & Circus skills workshop with Steve the Juggler: Friday 14th August, 11:30am & 1.30pm
Join Steve the Juggler as he presents a high energy speciality act with incredible technical levels of juggling. Get ready to be amazed. In between the performances, drop in as Steve the Juggler shares his expertise and circus skills with us.
£4 per child with 1 accompanying Adult
Booking is essential via https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/sandwell-museums-and-arts
Family street performance fun: Sunday 16 August. 12pm-4pm. Join us for an afternoon of family entertainment and street performances in the park. Entrance free.
Future of Invention at Haden Hill House: Thursday 20- Sunday 30 August
Discover how people of the past imagined fantastical machines and extraordinary ways of living, then let your own creativity come alive with hands‑on making and imaginative junk‑modelling fun as well as trails, quizzes and crafts all during our regular museum opening hours.
Free Entry, small charge for some activities
Walking with Robots: Friday 21 August 11am-3pm
Meet Spot; the agile, state of the art robot dog from Wolverhampton University and witness one of the global leaders in mobile robotics! See this how four-legged robot can map its environment, sense and avoid obstacles, climb stairs, and open doors.
Suitable for all ages
Free entry but a small charge may incur for some talks and activities
