Using and decorating GF lasagne which is then broken into pieces and arranged to form a unique mosaic in a box.

Booking essential.

This event is part of Summer at the Museums 2026.

Count the number of steps you've taken or design your exercise routine using the micro:bit. Find out how you can code this device to become your fitness assistant!

This workshop is aimed at children aged 9 years and older and is ideal for children at the upper KS2 and KS3 levels.

Please note that classroom kits will be used for the session and you will not be able to take these away at the end. However there will be micro:bit kits available for sale in the shop to purchase.

Become a spy and help 'crack' codes! 

A secret way of writing messages is called a cipher and in this workshop you will be introduced to a simple cipher called a Caesar cipher (named after the Roman general, Julius Caesar, who used it to send secret military messages!). 

You will construct a cipher wheel out of card and use this to 'break' secret messages to reveal the location of the hidden treasure.

This event is part of Summer at the Museums 2026.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s cousin, Code-a-Pillar wants to be like its cousin. So, it’s on a mission to find all the yummy food the hungry caterpillar ate to become a beautiful butterfly! 

Do you think you could help the Code-a-Pillar in this mission?

The only catch is that Code-a-Pillar is a computer and needs instructions to find the food.  A set of instructions is called an algorithm. Come and find out about algorithms and how you can use these to code in this fun activity!

The return of the Raptor Foundation to Ely Museum, with their beautiful birds of prey. 

Falconry was a popular sport in the medieval period, undertaken by men and women alike. Come along to find out more.

This event is part of Summer at the Museums 2026.

Create your own jousting knight with a pull-back mechanism. 

Hold tournaments with your friends. Whose knight will be victorious?

Aimed at children aged 7-11.

Booking essential.

This event is part of Summer at the Museums 2026.

Have you ever wanted to be a knight? Visit Ely Museum and learn all the steps it took for a squire to gain their knighthood. 

From choosing a noble name to learning the code of chivalry,  complete the tasks in your Knight Manuals to earn your certificates and be dubbed.

This event is part of Summer at the Museums 2026.

From dragons and unicorns to knights and princess, come explore the legendary stories of the medieval romances.

Throughout the Museum galleries, you’ll find story-based activities, places to play and stories to read. Timed storytelling sessions throughout the day will immerse you in worlds of wonder and magic.

Event included with admission ticket or annual pass

Storyteller sessions are £1 per person per session. Please book on arrival.

Make your very own light-up dragon to take home. 

Choose between a fire breathing dragon, an ice-shooting dragon or a venomous green dragon and custom decorate your mythical beast. Learn about connecting circuits to make it glow.

Booking essential.

This event is part of Summer at the Museums 2026.

• Look closely at the beautiful stained glass collection and make sketches like an artist.
• Create your own dragonfly with stained glass inspired wings.
• Make a brass rubbing.
• Solve the puzzle hidden in the art detective’s trail and collect your reward.
• Other art activities for you and your children to enjoy.

No need to book, just turn up during the advertised times.

Suitable for all ages. One free adult entry per child, additional adults £6.50.