There are free activities and resources for families every day at the British Museum.
Ask in the Reading Room about…
Hamlyn family trails
Six trails to help you explore different parts of the Museum at your own pace:
- Exploring Britain: take a journey into the past (age 6+)
- Hunting for dragons: a trail about fantastic creatures (age 6+)
- Dancing with Shiva: a counting trails (under 5s)
- Traveling in Time: ancient Greece through the ages (age 6+)
- Chasing rainbows with Mama Wata: a trail about color and shapes for young children (under 5s)
- Sailing on the Nile: a voyage through ancient Egypt (age 6+)
Ford activity backpacks
Seven hands on backpacks full of puzzles, games, and other activities to do in the galleries.
Art materials
Borrow crayons, colored pencils, and pads to do your own pictures as you visit.
Hamlyn children's library
A wide range of books helping you learn more about your favorite objects and cultures.
The Museum online
Special workstations to explore the Ancient Civilizations website and Children's COMPASS with online family tours, activities, and games to print out.
Ask at the Information Desk about…
Hands on
Join trained volunteers to handle real objects from the Museum's collections, from prehistory to the present day.
Ask at the Great Court Audio Tours Desk about…
Family audio tours (fee applies)
Join Stephen Fry on the trail of bodies, beasts, and board games.
Check the Family page on the British Museum web site for more information.
