'If anyone wants to know how to design a child-friendly museum...look no further. From fantastic activities available for free, to the ability (with express encouragement) to touch many of the exhibits, this is the place for children to start learning about the natural world.'
Get the most out of your family visit to the Museum with one of our trails, and discover some of our hidden gems! Choose from variety of trails for different interests and ages (3 to 11).
Unable to visit the Museum? We have a wide range of activities and crafts online for families to enjoy at home.
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'There are lots of things that the kids were allowed to touch and explore – rocks, fossils, bones, gemstones – very rare for a natural history museum!'
