While our museum doors may be temporarily closed to the public, we have made sure you still have access to our amazing stories and objects from the comfort of your own home.

Father’s Day is a day of honouring fathers and many of us will be sending cards and gifts to celebrate. The day itself is relatively recent, nevertheless there is a long tradition of honouring and showing appreciation to one’s father.

With many of us spending more time at home, now is the perfect chance to discover the wildlife living on your patch. Exploring the garden is a great way to connect with nature.

Ozzy Owl is one of our most visited exhibits.

Help him to find 12 museum objects in our themed monthly trails.

£1 per trail and includes a free pencil.

Join Meridith Towne as she delves into her 1960s sewing box and delights in a home dressmaking journey through the decade.

Discover Britain's vital role in space-flight history.

Enjoy an evening with King Henry VIII as he travels the realm.