second world war commemoration
saturday 7 september
10.30am - 4pm

Discover how the the Second World War affected the lives of real people living in the local area.

Marking the 80th Anniversary of the start of the Second World War

Join us as we commemorate this very special day with activities for all the family, including an exhibition of local stories and memories, film screenings, music from the era and much more.

short stories

Watch ten short stories marking this historic event. These stories will be played on the small screen as part of this free event, or enjoy on the big screen in our John James Theatre (museum tickets are required to gain access to the Theatre).

Activities

Enjoy cup and ball, paper dolls, paper aeroplane and sweet rationing activities. Share your stories and memories of the Second World War and listen to music from the era played in the café at 11am and 2pm.

Entry to this event is free and will be taking place in the Making Studio but if you want to visit the rest of the museum (including the John James Lecture Theatre) or step aboard Concorde, you will need a museum ticket.

*Entry to the event is free but if you want to visit the rest of the museum or step aboard Concorde, you will need a museum ticket.