Essential Information
| Type | Family fun |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Date and Times | 24 May – 1 June 2025 | 11am-4pm |
| Prices | Free | Drop in |
Come along to the National Maritime Museum this May half term, and take part in a range of fun-filled events.
Whether you want to unleash your creativity in craft workshops or say hello to character actors, there's plenty to enjoy.
All sessions are free with no need to book in advance. Check out the full programme below.
May half term events for families
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Saturday 24 May
Maritime poems
11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm | Learning Space
Uncover the inspiring story of Phillis Wheatley, the trailblazing West African poet who became the first published Black woman at just 20. Dive into her world and craft your own maritime poems.
Character encounters
Roaming throughout the Museum
Join an exciting performance and meet characters connected to maritime history.
Sunday 25 May
Maritime poems
11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm | Learning Space
Uncover the inspiring story of Phillis Wheatley, the trailblazing West African poet who became the first published Black woman at just 20. Dive into her world and craft your own maritime poems.
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Tuesday 27 May
Mythical sea masks
11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm | Learning Space
Explore the mystical world of ocean deities from around the globe! Create a mask with paper plates and collage materials while learning about Yemaja (Yoruba), Sedna (Inuit), and the Māori Taniwha. Discover seafarers' superstitions and the offerings they made for protection.
Wednesday 28 May
Constellation viewers: stargazing in a cup
11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm | Learning Space
How did sailors use the stars to navigate the sea? Create a constellation viewer using a a simple coffee cup and take your mini telescope home.
Thursday 29 May
Cartography collages
11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm | Learning Space
Get creative with maps inspired by Jodocus Hondius, a renowned cartographer and religious refugee, who settled in Britain in the 16th century.
Use torn paper to collage maps of places important to your family, adding symbols, details and text to make them uniquely yours.
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Saturday 31 May
Character encounters
Roaming throughout the Museum
Join an exciting performance and meet characters connected to maritime history.
Sunday 1 June
Mythical sea masks
11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm | Learning Space
Explore the mystical world of ocean deities from around the globe! Create a mask with paper plates and collage materials while learning about Yemaja (Yoruba), Sedna (Inuit), and the Māori Taniwha. Discover seafarers' superstitions and the offerings they made for protection.
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