If you want a great family day out this summer which provides some education at the same time, then Abergavenny Museum and Castle is the place to go. There is a packed programme of events that will appeal to every member of the family. Best of all, entrance into the museum is free, so a visit makes a fabulous day out that won’t end up breaking the bank!
Holiday Fun at Abergavenny Museum and Castle
If you are looking for something to do this summer then come and see us at Abergavenny Museum and Castle. Our latest exhibition ‘Weaving WellBEEing’ is all about how we are working to be a ‘Happy Museum’ and what we have been doing with local groups.
There have been lots of developments in the basement, with our recently refurbished ‘air raid shelter’. Thanks to a grant from ‘Gwanwyn a festival run by Age Concern which celebrates creativity in old age we introduced pupils from King Henry VIII School, to older residents from the area to talk about their experiences of World War II. Together they developed activities for our visitors to find out more about this fascinating era. Then turn the corner and find out about our Welsh Kitchen through mystery objects and stories from our characters.
In the Keep, delve into our dressing up box and pretend to be someone from long ago, using our handling objects as props. If it’s the Castle you want to find out more about, ask to borrow one of our castle back packs, where you will find activities, medieval style objects and binoculars to get a better look at the ruins. Don’t forget our natural willow area – a great place for a picnic.
Entrance to the museum and the above activities are all free of charge.
If you love theatre then come and see Mr Stink on Wednesday 12th August at 4pm. Tickets are available in advance from the Museum 01873 854282 or on the gate. £12 adults, £7 children, £35 (2 adults + 2 children).
Join the Abergavenny Astronomy Society in the Castle grounds on August 13th to watch the annual Perseid meteor shower (shooting stars). Tickets are limited and cost £5, for more details contact the museum.
Each Thursday we are running drop-in craft activities, quizzes and trails (10 – 1) There is a different theme each week – 6th August—Bees and Baskets, 13th August—Fun with Feathers, 20th August—We’re going on a Mouse Hunt and 27th August—Brilliant Banners.
For details about workshops contact Karin Molson—01600 710630. For general information 01873 854282 or follow us on twitter @abermuseum or facebook – Abergavenny Museum. If you wish to get involved as a volunteer please contact rachaelrogers@monmouthshire.gov.uk
