There will be plenty of opportunity for family activities at 2 Island museums during February half-term.
Visitors to the Museum of Island History will be invited to create and curate their own paper pop-up museum, featuring some of the museum’s collection of fascinating local artefacts, or something else of their choosing.
There will also be an opportunity to complete a trail exploring some of the treasures currently on display at the museum, including objects from prehistory to the modern day.
Half-term will also be one of the last chances to see a temporary exhibition which reveals the rich history of Newport’s people and places.
The activities at Museum of Island History are scheduled for Tuesday, 18th February and Thursday, 20th February, from 10:00 until 13:00 (last entry).
Meanwhile, visitors to Newport Roman Villa will be able to explore the fantastic hands-on activity room and complete a Roman picture hunt around the villa ruins.
Activities include making a mosaic, reconstructing a pot, building a block tower and dressing up as a Roman; there will also be opportunities for imaginative play in our replica Roman kitchen.
The whole site will be open throughout the event so visitors can explore the historic ruins, museum displays and garden.
The Family Activity Days at Newport Roman Villa are on Wednesday, 19th February and Friday, 21st February, 10:00 until 14:00 (last entry).
On these special days, there’s no need to book – all activities and museum entry costs just £1 per person at each museum site.
The events are organised by Isle of Wight Council’s Heritage Service.
For further visitor information phone (01983) 823433 or visit the Heritage and Tourism website.
