Kids in Museums

We work with museums, heritage sites and cultural organisations to help them welcome and include children, young people and families.

[Kids in Museums @kidsinmuseums]

An update from Kids in Museums:

From 1 May 2025, Kids in Museums will not be active on X. We will retain our handle but will no longer post updates, reshare content or regularly monitor this account.

Want to stay connected? Find us here ➡️ https://t.co/o5vWRWgHa9

[Kids in Museums @kidsinmuseums]

Is your museum doing great work with families, children or young people?

If you pride yourself on a warm welcome, excel at access or run a great social justice focused project w/ young people, it's your last chance to apply for the #FamilyFriendlyMuseum Award!

Entries close 5pm 25 April > https://t.co/9pWstPkGEY

[Lynn Museum @Lynn_Museum]

📢We're taking part in the #LifeOnTheHomeFrontMuseumTrail from @kidsinmuseums & @Usborne!

Join us for a family spotter trail this May half term, exploring life on the home front for children in World War II.

ℹ️https://t.co/jxxc97zVgN

[Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life @AncientHouseMus]

📢We're taking part in the #LifeOnTheHomeFrontMuseumTrail from @kidsinmuseums & @Usborne!
Join us for a free, family spotter trail this May half term, exploring life on the home front for children in the Second World War.
https://t.co/hjT8C5PMH1

[Usborne Publishing @Usborne]

Visit a museum near you this May half term to take part in the #LifeOnTheHomeFrontMuseumTrail inspired by Shrapnel Boys, the powerful new novel from @J_C_Pearson!

[Knighton Museum - Amgueddfa Tref-y-Clawdd @KnightonMuseum]

We're doing this!

[Kids in Museums @kidsinmuseums]

Take part in the #LifeOnTheHomeFrontMuseumTrail from Kids in Museums and @Usborne this May half term!

Visit a museum near you for a free, family spotter trail exploring life on the home front for children in World War II.

Find participating venues 👉 https://t.co/nk6MN01ePj

[Kids in Museums @kidsinmuseums]

⏰️Help us choose the Family Friendly Museum Award winner - deadline tomorrow!

Last year, @young_vam took home the prize - and now you can help choose 2025's winner 🏆

Submit your vote and be entered into a prize draw to win a £50 voucher 👉 https://t.co/xUeHsl5CI5

[Kids in Museums @kidsinmuseums]

We're excited to be exhibiting at the Museums + Heritage Show, 14-15 May, Olympia London!

Come and say hi to us on our stand - or pop into the talks programme to hear from Kids in Museums Youth Panel members! It's free to attend.
https://t.co/3WrQqNYoru

[Kids in Museums @kidsinmuseums]

Does your museum welcome children or families, excel at accessibility or run a great social justice focused project with young people?

Kids in Museums is looking for the winner of the #FamilyFriendlyMuseum Award 2025! Nominations close on 25 April.

https://t.co/eTa5vXHR4z

[Kids in Museums @kidsinmuseums]

A big welcome to our new Youth Panel members: Jayden, Rachel, Mitchel, Elijah & Orla!

The Kids in Museums Youth Panel is a group of young people who are passionate about making museums better places for young people as visitors, participants & workers >https://t.co/ahOjAHE6U9

[Learning at the Army Flying Museum @LearningatMaf]

We really enjoyed making Easter craft plant pots today. Join us tomorrow to see some real Trench Art and make a special Trench Art Easter Card. (10.00 to 12.30) @armyflying @kidsinmuseums #Easter2025

[Learning at the Army Flying Museum @LearningatMaf]

We had a lovely time making windsocks today at the museum. Make sure your join us next week for more Easter themed craft. Weekdays ( 10.00 -12.30) @armyflying @kidsinmuseums #Easter2025

[Kids in Museums @kidsinmuseums]

⏰️ #FamilyFriendlyMuseum Award: Two weeks left to nominate your museum!

Whether it's your friendly staff, hands on activities or great facilities, if you welcome families, we'd love to hear more about it. Entry is free!

💡 Find out more here: https://t.co/eTa5vXHR4z

[Sandwell Museums @SandwellMuseums]

EASTER HOLIDAY FUN IS COMING UP.

Find out what's on at Sandwell Museums for the Easter school hols for families including discos, crafts, nature play, dinosaurs and more. Click for details https://t.co/qaIwMsmBZ2

[Pitt Rivers Museum @Pitt_Rivers]

TODAY Drop in for our free Makers and Fakers afternoon with craft activities in the Old Library, object handling and a trail of replica and fake objects in the galleries. Wednesday 9 & Thursday 10 April, 1-4pm.

https://t.co/YcDU7tiXn4

[Kids in Museums @kidsinmuseums]

Are you working on a social justice focused project with young people? Celebrate their (and your) hard work by nominating them for this year's Family Friendly Museum Award special category!

Find out more about applying by reading our Award Guidelines: https://t.co/yzW2Jvrtql

[Kids in Museums @kidsinmuseums]

If you're looking to make a change in your museum this year, recruiting young Trustees to your board can be a great place to start!

Interested in being part of the movement? There's still time to book a spot on our online information session tomorrow ➡️ https://t.co/z2jYa0WUtS

[Kids in Museums @kidsinmuseums]

📣 A new season of Kids in Museums training is now live and ready to book!

Our upcoming workshops offer a range of practical, low cost ways to help you welcome more children, families, and young people through your doors.

Find out more & book a spot 👉 https://t.co/YKNDh2MdP9

[Edinburgh Museums @EdinCulture]

Did you know?🤔Our venues now offer sensory backpacks to support visitors who experience sensory sensitivities. These specially designed kits include calming tools to make your visit more comfortable & enjoyable. Please help us spread the word to those who may find this helpful!