Discover a summer of culture at Wales' national museums
Deep dive into intriguing explorations of the past with each Welsh museum offering an unforgettable adventure.
Here's a quick rundown of what you can expect from each of the museums this summer...
St Fagans National Museum of History
Discover the history of Wales at St Fagans National Museum of History. See the craftspeople at work and have a go at it yourself in the Art Cart sessions.
Explore original buildings moved to the museum from across Wales and meet some historic characters in the shop, school and Iron Age roundhouses.
Enjoy a walk in the historic gardens or visit the farm to see what animals you can spot.
National Waterfront Museum
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Dive into a summer of fun at the National Waterfront Museum. Meet the buzzing bees, letterpress print your own postcard, and get creative with the summer cardboard big build.
Celebrate imagination and play at the lively National Play Day festivities with music, laughter and unforgettable memories.
With hands-on activities for all ages, it's the perfect place to explore, create and enjoy the sunshine together.
National Wool Museum
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Unravel the fascinating story of the Welsh woollen industry this summer at National Wool Museum.
Enjoy woolly workshops with Bluey, Peppa Pig and Lego Batman, and watch skilled craftspeople bring history to life on the historic machinery.
Treat yourself to food in the café and explore the shop, brimming with beautiful handmade crafts and gifts.
Big Pit National Coal Museum
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'There's more to life than work' - and at Big Pit this summer, you can explore the hobbies, pastimes and sports of mining communities in a series of fun family activities.
Get creative and discover more while learning about wrestling, pigeon racing, jazz bands and boxing.
You can also join the famous underground tour to relive what life was like for the men, women and children who worked at the coal face.
National Roman Legion Museum
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Celebrating its 175th anniversary, the National Roman Legion Museum has a summer packed full of activities for the whole family. Join a party like no other on August 2 with a day full of Roman celebrations.
Throughout the summer holidays, come along and meet a Roman soldier, train with gladiators, or join the Roman bootcamp. You can even handle some real Roman objects.
National Museum Cardiff
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Explore the wonders of the universe, from the birth of the cosmos to the time when dinosaurs and woolly mammoths roamed the Earth.
Explore exhibitions featuring works by Monet, Van Gogh and Picasso, and enjoy a host of family-friendly events this summer.
You can also take a break in the café or restaurant, browse the gift shop, and enjoy a day of culture and discovery in the heart of Cardiff.
National Slate Museum
Although closed for redevelopment, the museum is bringing its people, collections, and stories to slate communities across North Wales.
Visit the fascinating Quarry Hospital in Parc Padarn, Llanberis, and take a nature trail to explore the stunning UNESCO slate landscape.
See quarrymen split slate at Penrhyn Castle, Bangor, or watch a blacksmith craft iron at Crefft Migldi Magldi, Caernarfon.
Explore the full programme of summer activities across all of the museums by visiting museum.wales/summer
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