What's On
Experience Barnsley
Teeny Time Travellers Club
Held on Fridays during term time, our little adventurers have the chance to play, explore, make, share stories and sing.
Experience Barnsley Museum
Exhibition: Stories of Childhood
Explore, reminisce and play! From christenings to cricket, samplers to school hats, toys and teddies, discover over a hundred years of growing up in Barnsley.
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Experience Barnsley Scavenger Hunt
Embark on an exciting adventure through our museum as you search for all the cool and crazy objects hidden within our collections.
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Brilliant Board Games
Brilliant Boardgames People have been making and playing board games for centuries, from the Ancient Egyptians playing Senet to families today playing classics such as Hungry Hippos and Monopoly.
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Cardboard Creations
Step into a world of creativity and play at our interactive event celebrating the "Stories of Childhood" exhibition. This hands-on experience is perfect for kids and adults alike, offering a variety of engaging activities that will spark your imagination and bring out your inner child.
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SENsational
Explore colour, lights, textures and more with our multisensory session for families with PMLD, autism and who are neurodiverse.
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Relaxed Openings - 15 April (Early 9am opening)
Come along to our relaxed openings, which are designed for visitors who would prefer a quieter experience in the museum.
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Relaxed Openings - 17 May
Come along to our relaxed openings, which are designed for visitors who would prefer a quieter experience in the museum.
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Loads of Lego
Loads of Lego Come along and make your own creations at this hands on session.