Children & Families

Child painting wooden craft at table with adults observing.

Children holding colorful craft projects in a classroom setting with wall art in the background.

Wall display of a beehive with colorful paper bees.

We love to welcome families, and there are many things for you to do! Discover our galleries, displays, and a programme of family events, creative craft workshops and activities inspired by our museum collections over the school holidays.

Join us for Easter crafts for children

Tuesday 31st March 1:30pm – 3:30pm

£1 per child (pay at our Gift Shop or by cash at our craft tables)

Drop in, no need to book – find us at the Craft table in the museum!

OR

Wednesday 1st April 11am-12

Easter Craft Workshop – Make an Easter Egg jigsaw, an Easter Card and an Easter chick decoration

£5 per child

For more details and to book, please visit: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/new-forest-heritage-centre

We have museum trails, activity sheets, and colouring sheets for our younger visitors. Whether you pop in for a quick visit or spend a little more time exploring, you’ll find activities to engage and educate the whole family, from toddlers to grandparents!

Colorful paper leaves with handwritten positive messages about a museum, expressing enjoyment, interest, and educational experiences.

We asked, ‘What do you think about our museum…’

Your answers have made us very happy. Thank you.

Colorful paper leaves with handwritten messages about a museum, expressing enjoyment and appreciation for historical and educational experiences.