May at the Museum
A month of calm moments, big builds and creative makes - something for every kind of museum day.
Civic Trust: Roman Gloucester Walks
Fri 8 & 22 May, 10:30am
Fancy a tiny time‑travel adventure? We’re heading out from the Museum for a whistle‑stop wander through Roman Gloucester starting with the Eastgate Chamber, our underground secret where you can get right up close to 2nd‑century remains.
From there, we’ll follow the old Roman streets to The Cross, wave at Emperor Nerva on Southgate Street, then loop back to the Museum for glittering finds and a chunk of 4th‑century wall still flexing after 1,600 years.
A cheerful stroll packed with stories waiting to be uncovered.
Quiet Mornings
Every Thursday
Our weekly Quiet Mornings offer a softer start for anyone who prefers a gentler museum experience. We lower the lights, soften the sounds and create a relaxed space where you can explore at your own pace. There’s no need to book, and you’re welcome to stay as long as you like once the museum returns to its usual buzz at midday.
Brick Builders
Saturday 9 May
Every second Saturday brings Brick Builders, our relaxed LEGO and DUPLO session designed to spark big imaginations. May heads into deep space with rockets, galaxies and alien worlds. It’s playful, creative and perfect for families who love to build together.
Creativity Cart
Saturday 16 May
Our Creativity Cart pops up each month with simple prompts, colourful materials and ideas for all ages. May’s theme is cosmic, think galaxies, rockets and star‑bright shapes, while June brings a burst of bugs with dragonflies, ladybirds and butterflies crafted from pegs, pipe cleaners and patterned card. A cheerful corner where imagination leads the way.
Coming Soon: Hands‑On History
Saturday 6 June
June brings a chance to step even further back in time with Hands‑On History: Object Handling with Fossils. You’ll be able to explore real fossils, handle objects from the Museum’s collection and chat with our Visitor Experience Assistant, who’s always ready with stories, facts and friendly conversation.
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May is the perfect moment to slow down, look closer and follow your curiosity - whether that’s through Roman streets, quiet galleries or a table full of craft materials. And with June’s fossil fun on the way, there’s plenty more to discover just around the corner.
To see everything we have coming up visit our What’s On page