Weird science at the Whipple
So why does the Whipple Museum have a 1980s Scientology E-meter in its collection? Following on from our ‘Why is this here?’ (WTH?) live streaming series, we visited Josh Nall, Curator of Modern Sciences in the Whipple Museum of the History of Science, to find out. The ‘WTH?’ series of live streams we ran across the University museums on Periscope…
Creative Families – The Next Step
We have been working alongside Romsey Mill Children’s Centre to give young parents and their babies the opportunity to develop a sustained relationship with the Fitzwilliam Museum through a variety of experiences, leading participants to a Creative Families Award. We recently enjoyed another varied and exciting session with our Creative Families! The young parents and babies have attended the museum…
Madonnas, Miracles and Miniature Visitors
The Madonnas and Miracles exhibition at the Fitzwilliam Museum provides a multi-sensory insight into daily religious life in the Italian Renaissance. It inspired children under three and their adults to think about all the ways in which we show our love and devotion. Museum educators spend their time finding bridges to connect learners and collection objects. We look for common…
