There’s plenty to see and do this month at Ancient House Museum in Thetford.
Warm Wednesdays continue throughout March. Pop in between 10.30am and 12.30pm or 1.30pm to 3.30pm on Wednesdays to enjoy free admission, simple crafts, explore the museum, and a hot drink and a biscuit. You can also pick up a free Warm Bag. No need to book, open to all.
On Tuesday 11th March, join Dr Ian Hinton for a talk on Churches of Southwest Norfolk. With more churches than any other county, Norfolk’s churches are amongst the finest in the country. Built when the county was one of the wealthiest, a large number are now completely isolated and separate from their congregations. Tickets are £5, or free for Ancient House Friends and Norfolk Museums Service Passholders. Advanced booking essential.
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Home educating families are invited to step into the Fairytale House event on Friday 14th March. Discover what would happen if all the Three Little Pigs worked together, and learn the secret of a Japanese tea kettle. Just £4 per participating child. Advanced booking essential.
On Saturday 22nd March 2025, Ancient House is joining in with The National Lottery Heritage Fund’s (NLHF) Open Week, offering free admission for National Lottery players. Discover Thetford through the ages and explore the life and times of the Duleep Singh family through brand-new displays supported by the NLHF. Just bring along a National Lottery ticket or digital version to get free admission for up to five people.
Save the date for Saturday 5th April 2025 and kick off the school holidays with Brilliant Bugs at Ancient House. Learn about the creatures who call Ancient House home and which insects we must control to keep the museum collections and building safe using a brand-new digital trail. Make your own bug hotel and fantasy bug to take home.
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