Creepy Crawly! The amazing world of minibeasts
Herne Bay Museum, Kent
5 April to 28 June 2008 |
Explore the fascinating world of insects and other minibeasts with specimens from museum collections, stunning close-up photographs, artwork by local school children and a range of exciting hands-on activities!
Scary spiders? Tuesday 8 April, 10am to 12.30pm
Explore the world of spiders with specimens from museum collections, including a Chilean Rose Tarantula! Age 2 to adult
Creepy crawlies under the microscope. Thursday 10 April, 10am to 12.30pm Investigate amazing minibeasts in close-up detail, including cockroaches, butterflies and fleas! Age 2 to adult
Mini-pets in your compost! Saturday 10 May 10am to 12.30pm
See the minibeasts in compost under the microscope and find out how to care for these busy little friends of the environment. Age 3 plus
An event for National Compost Week in partnership with Canterbury City Council's Recycling and Waste Minimisation Team
Dragonflies and damselflies. Sat 24 May, 10am to 12.30pm
Discover how dragonflies and damselflies got their names and create a colourful model to take home. Age 4 plus
Dung beetles and fossilised poo! Sat 31 May, 10am to 12.30pm
Explore the importance of insects in archaeology, and create a scarab amulet to take home. Age 4 plus
Big Bug Hunt. Sat 24 May to Sat 28 June
Pick up a magnifying glass and explore the galleries in a hunt for some amazing creepy crawlies and incredible facts! Free minibeast lucky dip for all entrants! For children age 2 plus.
Seashore Safari. Saturday 7 June 10am to 12.30pm
Meet in the Museum at 10am to join a minibeast seashore safari - wear sensible footwear! (Not suitable for dogs or buggies) Age 5 plus
An event for World Oceans Day in partnership with Kent Wildlife Trust
Buzzing with bees! Saturday 21 June 10am to 12.30pm
See live bees at work and find out where honey comes from with a local bee keeper Age 2 to adult
A National Insect Week event
Admission free
Wheelchair access available
All children must be accompanied by an adult
Information is correct at time of printing but may change. Please check before making a special visit
Contact Herne Bay Museum for further information.
