School programme
Programmes:
Rationing and Raids - This session explores the main themes of rationing and raids and the effect on people's lives in Northern Ireland during the Second World War Pupils will experience the sounds and emotions of the Britz from the safety of a replica Anderson Shelter. The second part of the programme allows pupils to explore the theme of rationing through hands-on activities. (KS1, session time 1hour, 15 minutes)
Early Man and Materials - This interactive session uses role play and museum artefacts to explore how Stone Age Man lived interdependently with his environment, used the materials available to him and adapted over time. The session also looks at the work of archaeologists and explores the concept of which materials decay and which survive over time. Children engage in a variety of hands on activities including a mini dig and exploration of a replica Mesolithic hut. (KS2, session time 1hour 30mins).
Information on KS sessions:
KS2 sessions - last 1hour and 30 minutes but we allow an extra 45 minutes to accommodate a gallery visit, toilet and snack break. So for single class groups the visit time is 2 hours 15 minutes. You will need to allow extra time if you would like to visit the museum shop. For groups over 40 special arrangements are made which incorporate a gallery visit. Please talk to staff for more details.
KS1 sessions - last 1hour but we allow an extra 45 minutes to accommodate a gallery visit, toilet and snack break. So for single class groups the visit time is 1 hour 45 minutes. You will need to allow extra time if you would like to visit the museum shop. For groups over 40 special arrangements are made which incorporate a gallery visit. Please talk to staff for more details.
Each session is available throughout the academic year at a time to suit your shchool through advance booking. Book two sessions and get the third session free.
Booking:
To book or for further details please contact Noreen:
Telephone: 028 2563 5029 E mail: noreen.mullan@midandeastantrim.gov.uk