Derby Museum and Art Gallery

Habitat Heaven

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Pupils will be introduced to some of the habitats in Derbyshire and discover what they offer the plants and animals that live there. They will be able to experience a range of animal and bird exhibits and study how animals are adapted to their way of life. Pupils will then apply this knowledge and embark on the challenge to become ‘Habitat Heaven' estate agents. Cost: £60 Optional extra: Stick Insect handling, £20

How to obtain

Phone 01332 641901 to book

Little SmARTies

An interactive session for Foundation Stage One and Two pupils featuring the museum's Joseph Wright of Derby collection of 18th Century oil paintings. Activities include storytelling, object hunts, dancing, photography, dressing-up and drawing.

How to obtain

To book or for more information please contact 01332 641909
Cost £30 per session

Looking at Art

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Pupils will be introduced to alternative ways of experiencing art through activities which encourage active pupil participation, such as
‘performing' artworks as a human orchestra. The activities are designed to enrich pupils' interpretations of the works on display and recognise that an encounter with art is often a multi-sensory experience.
Cost: £60
Optional extra: Self-portrait workshop, £20

How to obtain

Phone 01332 641901 to book

Looking at Art Discovery Box

How to obtain

Phone 01332 641901 to book

Nature Detectives

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Pupils will learn about some of the habitats in Derbyshire and what those habitats offer the plants and animals that live there. Pupils will handle a range of animal and bird exhibits and learn about their bodies and how they survive in their habitat. In this hands-on session, children will embark on the challenge to become Nature Detectives. To do this, and receive their sticker, they must complete a number of challenges based on finding out more about the habitats on display. Cost: £60 Optional extra: Stick Insect handling, £20

How to obtain

Phone 01332 641901 to book

Roman Derby

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The session will be led by Senilis the Roman potter who will tell them about his life using many of the authentic items on display in the Origins Gallery to illustrate his story. Derby is well known for its large Roman cemetery and pupils will take part in recreating the elaborate customs of a Roman funeral. Cost: £60 Optional extra: Make a replica Derby ware pot, £20 Souvenir goody bag £2 per child

How to obtain

Phone 01332 641901 to book

Romans Discovery Box

How to obtain

Phone 01332 641901 to book

Secrets of the Mummies

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Guided by either Joseph Strutt or Miss Longdon, who were both real Derby based collectors of Egyptian antiquities, pupils will be led through the process of making a mummy, using an array of replica objects and a willing volunteer! Pupils will also have the chance to explore the two mummies on display in the museum.
Cost: £60
Optional extra: Make a shabti figure, £20
Souvenir goody bag £2 per child

How to obtain

Phone 01332 641901 to book

Secrets of the Mummies Discovery Box

How to obtain

Phone 01332 641901 to book

Stick Insect Sleep Over Outreach session

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In this highly interactive session, pupils will be introduced to the wonderful world of insects and other invertebrates. Pupils will be able to examine specimens and handle live stick insects with help from one of our workshop leaders. Pupils will then be able to care for the stick insects in the classroom for up to four weeks. A pack of support material will accompany the insects. Cost: £100 per half day

How to obtain

Phone 01332 641901 to book

Vikings

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Pupils will examine a replica Viking burial and complete a Skeleton Recording Sheet, take part in a mock excavation, and learn how to use objects to find out information about a Viking's life and status. They will also explore the Runic Alphabet and have a go at predicting their futures. Cost: £60 Optional extra: Make a replica Hammer of Thor pendant, £20

How to obtain

Phone 01332 641901 to book

Vikings Discovery Box

How to obtain

Phone 01332 641901 to book - box costs £10 a day