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Zero to Hero, family event, Thursday 28 May 2-4pm

Thursday 28 May, 2-4pm

 

Join us for an afternoon of heroic exploits at the Museum of Classical Archaeology.

Inspired by the adventures of the heroes and heroines of the ancient world, families can enjoy hands-on crafts and an exciting new trail. Create your own monster to battle, design heroic armour and much more - all in one legendary afternoon. Just unleash your inner hero!

 

Accessibility

  • The Cast Gallery is on the first floor.

  • We provide step-free access via our lift. To use the lift please ask at the reception on the ground floor of the Faculty of Classics.

  • This event involves moving and standing, but we have chairs available which can be moved around the gallery.

  • Find out more about Museum Access.

  • Please contact us on 01223 330402 or email museum@classics.cam.ac.uk if you have any questions or concerns about accessibility.

 

Who: Families (recommended age 5+)

£££: Free

Booking: No need to book, just drop in

Date: 
Thursday, 28 May, 2026 - 14:00 to 16:00
Contact phone: 
01223 330402
Event location: 
Museum of Classical Archaeology, Cast Gallery

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