Object Handling at Wakefield Museum

Free drop-in sessions where families can handle real historical objects from Wakefield Museum's collection with friendly staff.

These hands-on sessions invite visitors to handle real historical objects from the Wakefield Museums & Castles collection and learn about their use and importance with museum staff. Each session explores a different theme inspired by Wakefield Museum's displays. They are designed for families with children aged 7+, small groups or individuals, run from 4pm to 6pm, and no booking is needed.