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FAMILIES – EXPLORE CAMBRIDGE MUSEUMS AND COLLECTIONS AFTER-HOURS
TWILIGHT at theMUSEUMS
FREE Wednesday 15 February 2017, 4:30 – 7:30pm
#CamTwilight@camunivmuseums
museums.cam.ac.uk/twilight
KEY INFORMATION ACCESS
All venues are accessible by wheelchair and welcome visitors with different access needs. More information can be found on individual venue websites and for further enquiries, please email Susan Miller at [email protected] or phone 01223 746406.
TRAVELParking facilities are limited at many venues. We recommend considering public transport. Cambridge Park & Ride runs until 8.30pm and up to 3 children travel free with each paying adult. Park and Ride: www.cambridgeparkandride.info
FOOD & DRINKTired? Thirsty? Need a break? There are lots of refreshment options available:
DOWNING SITE (outside the Sedgwick Museum and Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology): Caffe Mobile – hot and cold drinks, cakes and snacks Churros Bar – hot Spanish doughnuts and dipping sauces Hot Sausage Company – hot pork sausages in a roll
BOTANIC GARDEN – café serving range of hot and cold food, drinks and children’s meals (closes at 7pm)
FITZWILLIAM MUSEUM – café serving hot and cold snacks and drinks (closes at 7pm); outdoor hot chocolate stall (closes at 7pm)
POLAR MUSEUM – café serving hot and cold snacks and drinks. Please note: this may be subject to change. Check Twilight web page for future updates.
FARMLAND MUSEUM & DENNY ABBEY – tearoom serving hot and cold drinks and snacks
CAMBRIDGE MUSEUM OF TECHNOLOGY – shop selling take-away hot drinks and snacks
TOILET FACILITIES All venues* have toilets.
* Toilet facilities are unavailable inside the Sedgwick Museum. Additional toilets with baby changing facilities will be provided on the Downing site nearby. * All Saints Church toilets located at Wescott House.
VISITING WITH YOUNGER CHILDRENChildren of all ages are welcome at Twilight. Find details of venues with baby changing and buggy parking facilities under individual listings.
PHOTOGRAPHY AND FILMINGPhotography will be taking place throughout the evening. Signage will advise of chosen locations. Please notify a steward or member of staff if you do not wish to be photographed.
EXPLORE 13 local museums and collections will be opening their doors for a variety of torch-lit and illuminated adventures. This year we've listed venues and events within easy reach of each other. Pick one or drop into several.
DISCOVER Somewhere new. We’ve picked out some highlight []
venues – have you visited them before?
Somewhere to visit again. Did you know that all of our Twilight venues run family activities all year round? Check out their websites for more details.
Food and outdoor fun. In addition to all our venues have to offer, you’ll discover light inspired entertainment and pop-up
food stalls outside.
GET READY Plan ahead. We’ve provided tips on travel and other facilities on the back of this guide
Wrap up warm and be ready for all weathers
Bring a torch for those venues that have the lights down low.
SHARE Let us know what you are doing on the night. Share your pictures and discoveries on Facebook and Twitter
#CamTwilight
Feedback helps us to shape future events. Tell us what you thought of Twilight and be in with a chance to win a £50 Amazon
voucher. Visit: www.museums.cam.ac.uk/twilight
Twilight at the Museums is a FREE after-hours event for
families. Read on to plan your adventure.
FAMILIES – EXPLORE CAMBRIDGE MUSEUMS AND COLLECTIONS AFTER-HOURS
TWILIGHT at theMUSEUMS
FREE Wednesday 15 February 2017, 4:30 – 7:30pm
#CamTwilight@camunivmuseums
museums.cam.ac.uk/twilight
KEY INFORMATION ACCESS
All venues are accessible by wheelchair and welcome visitors with different access needs. More information can be found on individual venue websites and for further enquiries, please email Susan Miller at [email protected] or phone 01223 746406.
TRAVELParking facilities are limited at many venues. We recommend considering public transport. Cambridge Park & Ride runs until 8.30pm and up to 3 children travel free with each paying adult. Park and Ride: www.cambridgeparkandride.info
FOOD & DRINKTired? Thirsty? Need a break? There are lots of refreshment options available:
DOWNING SITE (outside the Sedgwick Museum and Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology): Caffe Mobile – hot and cold drinks, cakes and snacks Churros Bar – hot Spanish doughnuts and dipping sauces Hot Sausage Company – hot pork sausages in a roll
BOTANIC GARDEN – café serving range of hot and cold food, drinks and children’s meals (closes at 7pm)
FITZWILLIAM MUSEUM – café serving hot and cold snacks and drinks (closes at 7pm); outdoor hot chocolate stall (closes at 7pm)
POLAR MUSEUM – café serving hot and cold snacks and drinks. Please note: this may be subject to change. Check Twilight web page for future updates.
FARMLAND MUSEUM & DENNY ABBEY – tearoom serving hot and cold drinks and snacks
CAMBRIDGE MUSEUM OF TECHNOLOGY – shop selling take-away hot drinks and snacks
TOILET FACILITIES All venues* have toilets.
* Toilet facilities are unavailable inside the Sedgwick Museum. Additional toilets with baby changing facilities will be provided on the Downing site nearby. * All Saints Church toilets located at Wescott House.
VISITING WITH YOUNGER CHILDRENChildren of all ages are welcome at Twilight. Find details of venues with baby changing and buggy parking facilities under individual listings.
PHOTOGRAPHY AND FILMINGPhotography will be taking place throughout the evening. Signage will advise of chosen locations. Please notify a steward or member of staff if you do not wish to be photographed.
EXPLORE 13 local museums and collections will be opening their doors for a variety of torch-lit and illuminated adventures. This year we've listed venues and events within easy reach of each other. Pick one or drop into several.
DISCOVER Somewhere new. We’ve picked out some highlight [ ]
venues – have you visited them before?
Somewhere to visit again. Did you know that all of our Twilight venues run family activities all year round? Check out their websites for more details.
Food and outdoor fun. In addition to all our venues have to offer, you’ll discover light inspired entertainment and pop-up
food stalls outside.
GET READY Plan ahead. We’ve provided tips on travel and other facilities on the back of this guide
Wrap up warm and be ready for all weathers
Bring a torch for those venues that have the lights down low.
SHARE Let us know what you are doing on the night. Share your pictures and discoveries on Facebook and Twitter
#CamTwilight
Feedback helps us to shape future events. Tell us what you thought of Twilight and be in with a chance to win a £50 Amazon
voucher. Visit: www.museums.cam.ac.uk/twilight
Twilight at the Museums is a FREE after-hours event for
families. Read on to plan your adventure.
FAMILIES – EXPLORE CAMBRIDGE MUSEUMS AND COLLECTIONS AFTER-HOURS
TWILIGHT at theMUSEUMS
FREE Wednesday 15 February 2017, 4:30 – 7:30pm
#CamTwilight@camunivmuseums
museums.cam.ac.uk/twilight
KEY INFORMATION ACCESS
All venues are accessible by wheelchair and welcome visitors with different access needs. More information can be found on individual venue websites and for further enquiries, please email Susan Miller at [email protected] or phone 01223 746406.
TRAVELParking facilities are limited at many venues. We recommend considering public transport. Cambridge Park & Ride runs until 8.30pm and up to 3 children travel free with each paying adult. Park and Ride: www.cambridgeparkandride.info
FOOD & DRINKTired? Thirsty? Need a break? There are lots of refreshment options available:
DOWNING SITE (outside the Sedgwick Museum and Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology): Caffe Mobile – hot and cold drinks, cakes and snacks Churros Bar – hot Spanish doughnuts and dipping sauces Hot Sausage Company – hot pork sausages in a roll
BOTANIC GARDEN – café serving range of hot and cold food, drinks and children’s meals (closes at 7pm)
FITZWILLIAM MUSEUM – café serving hot and cold snacks and drinks (closes at 7pm); outdoor hot chocolate stall (closes at 7pm)
POLAR MUSEUM – café serving hot and cold snacks and drinks. Please note: this may be subject to change. Check Twilight web page for future updates.
FARMLAND MUSEUM & DENNY ABBEY – tearoom serving hot and cold drinks and snacks
CAMBRIDGE MUSEUM OF TECHNOLOGY – shop selling take-away hot drinks and snacks
TOILET FACILITIES All venues* have toilets.
* Toilet facilities are unavailable inside the Sedgwick Museum. Additional toilets with baby changing facilities will be provided on the Downing site nearby. * All Saints Church toilets located at Wescott House.
VISITING WITH YOUNGER CHILDRENChildren of all ages are welcome at Twilight. Find details of venues with baby changing and buggy parking facilities under individual listings.
PHOTOGRAPHY AND FILMINGPhotography will be taking place throughout the evening. Signage will advise of chosen locations. Please notify a steward or member of staff if you do not wish to be photographed.
EXPLORE 13 local museums and collections will be opening their doors for a variety of torch-lit and illuminated adventures. This year we've listed venues and events within easy reach of each other. Pick one or drop into several.
DISCOVER Somewhere new. We’ve picked out some highlight [ ]
venues – have you visited them before?
Somewhere to visit again. Did you know that all of our Twilight venues run family activities all year round? Check out their websites for more details.
Food and outdoor fun. In addition to all our venues have to offer, you’ll discover light inspired entertainment and pop-up
food stalls outside.
GET READY Plan ahead. We’ve provided tips on travel and other facilities on the back of this guide
Wrap up warm and be ready for all weathers
Bring a torch for those venues that have the lights down low.
SHARE Let us know what you are doing on the night. Share your pictures and discoveries on Facebook and Twitter
#CamTwilight
Feedback helps us to shape future events. Tell us what you thought of Twilight and be in with a chance to win a £50 Amazon
voucher. Visit: www.museums.cam.ac.uk/twilight
Twilight at the Museums is a FREE after-hours event for
families. Read on to plan your adventure.
TRIN
ITY
KING’S PARADE
JESUS LANE
KING STREET
PARKSIDE
ST ANDREW’S STREET
REGENT STREET
HILLS ROAD
FIELD ROAD
BATEMAN STREET
TRUMPINGTON
MILL ROAD
EAST
ROAD
GONVILLE P
LACE
CAUSEWAY
BRIDGE STREET
CASTLE
HUNTINGDON ROAD
CHESTERTON ROAD
VICTORIA ROAD CHESTERTON ROAD
QUEEN’S ROAD
GRAN
GE R
OAD
WEST ROAD
SIDGWICK AVE
BARTON ROAD
HISTON ROAD
VICT
ORIA
AV
ENUE
FEN CAUSEWAY
SILVER
STATION
STREET
STREET
LENS
BROOKLANDS AVENUE
STREET
MAID’S
STRE
ET
TRUMPINGTON ROAD
MARKETSQUARE
BUSSTATION
FREE SCHOOL
LANE
PEMBROKE ST DOWNING ST
RAILSTATION
DRUMMER ST
EXPLORE: FREE drop-in events and activities
All Saints Church, Jesus LaneGRUESOME GARGOYLES Become a bizarre beast for the evening and explore All Saints Church after-hours. Make a mask to turn you into a gruesome gargoyle and search the Church with a ‘Gizmo the Gargoyle’ trail. Will he be hiding in the shadows?www.visitchurches.org.uk/cambridge
Museum of Cambridge,Castle StreetVICTORIAN TWILIGHTJoin History Off The Page for a Victorian Twilight. Enjoy candle-making and traditional stories inspired by objects not normally on display. Or simply drop-in to explore the Museum. www.folkmuseum.org.ukCandle-making, 4.30-5.30 & 6-7pm, drop-in; Storytelling, 5.30 & 7pm, drop-in; Limited capacity at busy times.
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences, Downing StreetFABULOUS FOSSILS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM Explore the Sedgwick Museum after dark. Uncover fabulous finds and discover what else might be lurking in the dark showcases…www.sedgwickmuseum.orgPlease note: queues are likely at this venue. Toilets are not available inside the Museum. Facilities are available near the museum entrance.
Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, Downing StreetMAA VERSUS THE WILD Let MAA show you how humans have survived against the odds. See ancient weapons, clever tools, and canoes that have travelled miles, then pick your own survival objects in a torch-lit trail.www.maa.cam.ac.uk
Whipple Museum of the History of Science, Free School LaneLARGER THAN LIFE? At the Whipple, things are not always what they seem… frogs, fungus or even planets can be unusually enormous or incredibly small. Join in a hunt for objects of unbelievable shapes and sizes. www.hps.cam.ac.uk/whipple
Museum of Classical Archaeology, Sidgwick AvenueTHE SECRETS OF THE STATUES – A TORCH-LIT ADVENTURELook closely in that shadowy corner, did something move? Rumour has it the statues have been known to come to life... Explore the Museum after dark, try out the Twilight trail and bring the statues to life by torchlight.www.classics.cam.ac.uk/museum
University Library, West RoadCURIOUS COLLECTORSExplore curious objects from the dark forgotten corners of the library and imagine what their secret properties might be. Hear the magical stories behind them and make up your own with storyteller, Marion Leeper.exhibitions.lib.cam.ac.uk
The Polar Museum, Lensfield RoadPOLAR NIGHTS Experience the darkness of a polar winter and discover some amazing objects. What will you hear? What will you see? Who will you meet? www.spri.cam.ac.uk/museumPlease note: queues are likely at this venue.
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Cambridge University Botanic Garden, BrooksideMOONLIT MANDALASShine a light on the botanic world of India while you journey round the specially lit Glasshouse range. Create a mystical ‘mandala’ symbol, filling it with the precious things you see while travelling from the cool Himalaya to the steamy southern states of India.www.botanic.cam.ac.ukPlease note: entrance through Brooklands Ave gate only.
Fitzwilliam Museum with Kettle’s Yard, Trumpington StreetAN ADVENTURE WITH ART Dip into a treasure box of Twilight delights with drama, music and dazzling light works. Join artist Hugo Dalton as he creates live art with light; make your own piece of art; or seek out special performances and activities in the galleries. You’ll find lots of discoveries to be made on your journey around the Museum.www.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk www.kettlesyard.co.uk Please note: accessible buggy/wheelchair access via the Courtyard entrance.
Further afieldPlaces to spend the whole evening
Cambridge Museum of Technology, Cheddars LaneTHE CURIOUS AFFAIR AT THE PUMPING STATIONCan you prevent a fiendish crime from occurring? Hunt down and solve the clues hidden around the Museum – before it’s too late!www.museumoftechnology.com
Farmland Museum & Denny Abbey, Ely Road, Waterbeach (A10)HAPPY FAMILIESExplore the Abbey and Museum as it’s lit up for the evening. Discover all sorts of family stories, play an interactive version of the classic Happy Families game and enjoy some good old-fashioned family crafts.www.dennyeducation.co.uk
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1
3
2
7
6
5
4
KEY TO SYMBOLS
Toilets
Baby Changing
Buggy Parking
Food and Drink
Shop
12
11
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Most venues are within easy walking distance of each other. They are grouped by location to help plan your evening. We’ve also highlighted [ ] some venues you may not have visited before, or those where you might want to spend more time.
10
TRIN
ITY
KING’S PARADE
JESUS LANE
KING STREET
PARKSIDE
ST ANDREW’S STREET
REGENT STREET
HILLS ROAD
FIELD ROAD
BATEMAN STREET
TRUMPINGTON
MILL ROAD
EAST
ROAD
GONVILLE P
LACE
CAUSEWAY
BRIDGE STREET
CASTLE
HUNTINGDON ROAD
CHESTERTON ROAD
VICTORIA ROAD CHESTERTON ROAD
QUEEN’S ROAD
GRAN
GE R
OAD
WEST ROAD
SIDGWICK AVE
BARTON ROAD
HISTON ROAD
VICT
ORIA
AV
ENUE
FEN CAUSEWAY
SILVER
STATION
STREETSTREET
LENS
BROOKLANDS AVENUE
STREET
MAID’SST
REET
TRUMPINGTON ROAD
MARKETSQUARE
BUSSTATION
FREE SCHOOL
LANE
PEMBROKE ST DOWNING ST
RAILSTATION
DRUMMER ST
EXPLORE: FREE drop-in events and activities
All Saints Church, Jesus LaneGRUESOME GARGOYLES Become a bizarre beast for the evening and explore All Saints Church after-hours. Make a mask to turn you into a gruesome gargoyle and search the Church with a ‘Gizmo the Gargoyle’ trail. Will he be hiding in the shadows?www.visitchurches.org.uk/cambridge
Museum of Cambridge,Castle StreetVICTORIAN TWILIGHTJoin History Off The Page for a Victorian Twilight. Enjoy candle-making and traditional stories inspired by objects not normally on display. Or simply drop-in to explore the Museum. www.folkmuseum.org.ukCandle-making, 4.30-5.30 & 6-7pm, drop-in; Storytelling, 5.30 & 7pm, drop-in; Limited capacity at busy times.
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences, Downing StreetFABULOUS FOSSILS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM Explore the Sedgwick Museum after dark. Uncover fabulous finds and discover what else might be lurking in the dark showcases…www.sedgwickmuseum.orgPlease note: queues are likely at this venue. Toilets are not available inside the Museum. Facilities are available near the museum entrance.
Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, Downing StreetMAA VERSUS THE WILD Let MAA show you how humans have survived against the odds. See ancient weapons, clever tools, and canoes that have travelled miles, then pick your own survival objects in a torch-lit trail.www.maa.cam.ac.uk
Whipple Museum of the History of Science, Free School LaneLARGER THAN LIFE? At the Whipple, things are not always what they seem… frogs, fungus or even planets can be unusually enormous or incredibly small. Join in a hunt for objects of unbelievable shapes and sizes. www.hps.cam.ac.uk/whipple
Museum of Classical Archaeology, Sidgwick AvenueTHE SECRETS OF THE STATUES – A TORCH-LIT ADVENTURELook closely in that shadowy corner, did something move? Rumour has it the statues have been known to come to life... Explore the Museum after dark, try out the Twilight trail and bring the statues to life by torchlight.www.classics.cam.ac.uk/museum
University Library, West RoadCURIOUS COLLECTORSExplore curious objects from the dark forgotten corners of the library and imagine what their secret properties might be. Hear the magical stories behind them and make up your own with storyteller, Marion Leeper.exhibitions.lib.cam.ac.uk
The Polar Museum, Lensfield RoadPOLAR NIGHTS Experience the darkness of a polar winter and discover some amazing objects. What will you hear? What will you see? Who will you meet? www.spri.cam.ac.uk/museumPlease note: queues are likely at this venue.
8
Cambridge University Botanic Garden, BrooksideMOONLIT MANDALASShine a light on the botanic world of India while you journey round the specially lit Glasshouse range. Create a mystical ‘mandala’ symbol, filling it with the precious things you see while travelling from the cool Himalaya to the steamy southern states of India.www.botanic.cam.ac.ukPlease note: entrance through Brooklands Ave gate only.
Fitzwilliam Museum with Kettle’s Yard, Trumpington StreetAN ADVENTURE WITH ART Dip into a treasure box of Twilight delights with drama, music and dazzling light works. Join artist Hugo Dalton as he creates live art with light; make your own piece of art; or seek out special performances and activities in the galleries. You’ll find lots of discoveries to be made on your journey around the Museum.www.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk www.kettlesyard.co.uk Please note: accessible buggy/wheelchair access via the Courtyard entrance.
Further afieldPlaces to spend the whole evening
Cambridge Museum of Technology, Cheddars LaneTHE CURIOUS AFFAIR AT THE PUMPING STATIONCan you prevent a fiendish crime from occurring? Hunt down and solve the clues hidden around the Museum – before it’s too late!www.museumoftechnology.com
Farmland Museum & Denny Abbey, Ely Road, Waterbeach (A10)HAPPY FAMILIESExplore the Abbey and Museum as it’s lit up for the evening. Discover all sorts of family stories, play an interactive version of the classic Happy Families game and enjoy some good old-fashioned family crafts.www.dennyeducation.co.uk
9
1
3
2
7
6
5
4
KEY TO SYMBOLS
Toilets
Baby Changing
Buggy Parking
Food and Drink
Shop
12
11
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Most venues are within easy walking distance of each other. They are grouped by location to help plan your evening. We’ve also highlighted [ ] some venues you may not have visited before, or those where you might want to spend more time.
10
FAMILIES – EXPLORE CAMBRIDGE MUSEUMS AND COLLECTIONS AFTER-HOURS
TWILIGHT at theMUSEUMS
FREE Wednesday 15 February 2017, 4:30 – 7:30pm
#CamTwilight@camunivmuseums
museums.cam.ac.uk/twilight
KEY INFORMATION ACCESS
All venues are accessible by wheelchair and welcome visitors with different access needs. More information can be found on individual venue websites and for further enquiries, please email Susan Miller at [email protected] or phone 01223 746406.
TRAVELParking facilities are limited at many venues. We recommend considering public transport. Cambridge Park & Ride runs until 8.30pm and up to 3 children travel free with each paying adult. Park and Ride: www.cambridgeparkandride.info
FOOD & DRINKTired? Thirsty? Need a break? There are lots of refreshment options available:
DOWNING SITE (outside the Sedgwick Museum and Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology): Caffe Mobile – hot and cold drinks, cakes and snacks Churros Bar – hot Spanish doughnuts and dipping sauces Hot Sausage Company – hot pork sausages in a roll
BOTANIC GARDEN – café serving range of hot and cold food, drinks and children’s meals (closes at 7pm)
FITZWILLIAM MUSEUM – café serving hot and cold snacks and drinks (closes at 7pm); outdoor hot chocolate stall (closes at 7pm)
POLAR MUSEUM – café serving hot and cold snacks and drinks. Please note: this may be subject to change. Check Twilight web page for future updates.
FARMLAND MUSEUM & DENNY ABBEY – tearoom serving hot and cold drinks and snacks
CAMBRIDGE MUSEUM OF TECHNOLOGY – shop selling take-away hot drinks and snacks
TOILET FACILITIES All venues* have toilets.
* Toilet facilities are unavailable inside the Sedgwick Museum. Additional toilets with baby changing facilities will be provided on the Downing site nearby. * All Saints Church toilets located at Wescott House.
VISITING WITH YOUNGER CHILDRENChildren of all ages are welcome at Twilight. Find details of venues with baby changing and buggy parking facilities under individual listings.
PHOTOGRAPHY AND FILMINGPhotography will be taking place throughout the evening. Signage will advise of chosen locations. Please notify a steward or member of staff if you do not wish to be photographed.
EXPLORE 13 local museums and collections will be opening their doors for a variety of torch-lit and illuminated adventures. This year we've listed venues and events within easy reach of each other. Pick one or drop into several.
DISCOVER Somewhere new. We’ve picked out some highlight []
venues – have you visited them before?
Somewhere to visit again. Did you know that all of our Twilight venues run family activities all year round? Check out their websites for more details.
Food and outdoor fun. In addition to all our venues have to offer, you’ll discover light inspired entertainment and pop-up
food stalls outside.
GET READY Plan ahead. We’ve provided tips on travel and other facilities on the back of this guide
Wrap up warm and be ready for all weathers
Bring a torch for those venues that have the lights down low.
SHARE Let us know what you are doing on the night. Share your pictures and discoveries on Facebook and Twitter
#CamTwilight
Feedback helps us to shape future events. Tell us what you thought of Twilight and be in with a chance to win a £50 Amazon
voucher. Visit: www.museums.cam.ac.uk/twilight
Twilight at the Museums is a FREE after-hours event for
families. Read on to plan your adventure.
