Primary - Prehistory

The galleries that link to this topic are:  

The Ice Age to Iron Age gallery, where you can see a variety of objects from Stone Age to the Iron Age, including stone tools, bronze swords, prehistoric jewellery, animal bones and a Bronze Age burial cist. The gallery shows how new developments in materials changed life in prehistory. Most of the objects were collected from sites in North East England, giving the topic local relevance which can help bring it to life for your pupils. Head to the link above to view a click through tour of this gallery. 

We have workshops (led by museum staff) and bookable resources (to support you during school-led time in the galleries) for this topic. We also have printable activities that you can use in school-led time.

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Self-led visits and workshops are free.

The only activity in the museum that incurs a cost is visiting the planetarium. 

The price for a planetarium showing starts at £37, with some discounts available. Find more information on the planetarium, including detailed prices, show information and trailers here.

If you would like a workshop as part of your day: Tuesdays and Fridays in term-time.

If you don’t want to book a workshop, and want to be self-led in the galleries: We can typically accommodate you on a term-time date of your choice.  Please still book with us so we can organise coat and bag storage, a lunch space, and greeting you on arrival.

To make a booking enquiry, click the link below.