01/08/2019
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
£15 per person

Experience a day of science and problem solving with the University of Cambridge Museums.  Hone your scientific skills and get a taste of hands-on exploration at this day-long event. 

Enjoy sessions with the Whipple Museum of the History of Science, the Sedgwick Museum and the Museum of Zoology before a final forensic investigation at Botanic Gardens. 

Furthur Information

This session is for children aged 8-11 (pre-secondary school)

Light refreshments will be provided during the short morning and afternoon breaks, but please bring a packed lunch to eat and water to drink. Also be aware that the second half of the day is based outside. Sun block, waterproofs and sensible footwear are advised.

This event is a repeat of the Science Detectives workshop that took place in Summer 2018. Please do not book if you attended the workshop last year.

Please note: Drop-off at the Museum of Zoology and pick up at the Botanic Gardens.

Summer at the Museums
This event is part of Summer at the Museums, a mix of hands-on activities, events and trails, for families to enjoy throughout the summer holidays.

 

Included Events

White butterfly on purple lavender
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free

Come along to this family drop in event, learn about the lavender family and make a calming card using lavender

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Hands holding seeds above a table with herbs on.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free

Come along to this family drop in event and plant herb and salad seeds to take home

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Young girl wearing a flower crown and smiling at her mum.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free

Come along to this family drop in event and make a beautiful crown made of flowers and leaves from the Garden

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