Spring At Verulamium Museum

programme includes the themes of: Gods & Goddesses, Death & Burial, Food & Drink and Trading in the Empire. Please visit website for full talks schedule: stalbanstourguides.co.uk

Tots Tales

Friday 26 May, 10.30am – 11.30am and 1.15pm – 2.15pm

Every month, we run fun, hour long sessions for our youngest museum visitors and their grown-ups at both of our museums. Tots Tales takes place on the last Friday of the month. Join us as we read a story together before playing with toys and having a go at a range of craft activities relating to the book, followed by a treasure hunt. Enjoy the following stories ‘The Lion Inside’ (April) and ‘Sam Plants a Sunflower’ (May). Suitable for children ages 2-4, accompanied by an adult. Only the participating children require a ticket. Please book in advance on our website.

Built on the site of one of the largest Roman cities in Britain, Verulamium Museum is filled with ancient treasures and some of the finest mosaics outside of the Mediterranean. Bring the whole family and explore the wonders of Roman life! Immerse yourself in recreated Roman rooms and admire the craftsmanship of the intricate large-scale mosaics on display.

View recent discoveries including the Sandridge Hoard, a collection of 159 Roman gold coins. In addition to hands-on discovery areas for younger visitors, the museum provides a selection of activity sheets for children and dressing up clothes.

Gallery Talks

Every Saturday (except 6 May), 11.30am The story of the Roman town of Verulamium comes to life in these weekly gallery talks on a variety of topics. Highlights of this season’s

Crafts In The Colonnade

Monday – Saturday throughout school holidays

During the Easter holidays, learn about Cybele, the Roman goddess of cities and progress, who drove a chariot drawn by lions. Make your own miniature chariot. In May Half Term, make a flower crown whilst learning about the Roman festival of Floralia - a celebration of Flora, goddess of flowers, vegetation and fertility. See stalbansmuseums.org.uk for booking info/prices and follow @StAlbansMuseums