Dip into a Discovery Box…

Treasures of the Deep: rocks, minerals and shells with activities for pre-school and Foundation year pupils.

Craven Collects: have fun with our box of mystery objects from the late 20th century.

Turned to Stone: a fascinating glimpse into a world of fossils from the Yorkshire area.

Beth’s Box: discover more about the life of a Victorian maid-of all-work.

John’s Box: Victorian school days uncovered through original and reproduction objects.

Mr Craven’s Quest: solve the clues to discover where he went on his travels.

Or a Box Full of Memories…

Childhood Memories 1: bring back memories of growing up in the 20s and 30s. Temporarily withdrawn for redevelopment.

Monday Was Washing Day: dolly blue, donkey stone, darning mushroom! Remember them? Domestic life of the 30s and 40s is the theme of this box.

Time Off: hobbies, games, days off and nights out – a few of the topics explored in Time Off.

Schooldays: School milk, cod liver oil, inky fingers. Lessons, teachers and playground games – remember them all!

Childhood Memories 2: did you grow up the 40s or 50s? Remember the war, the Coronation and the Festival of Britain.