• Items from the Major Events box - including a Hamefarin Festival recording 1960 and a 1953 Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II purse.
  • Items from the Victorian Schools box - including a replica slate, dip pen and a copywriting sheet.
  • Items from the Night Out box - including a Shingling Clipper, pre-decimal coins and notes and a pipe.

Discovery Boxes

Discovery Boxes contain a selection of themed objects and photograph packs available for loan to nurseries, schools, care homes and community groups.

The contents of the boxes can be used for a variety of different purposes including:

  • Literacy activities
  • Reminiscence sessions
  • Art
  • Drama
  • Table top displays

The boxes can be borrowed for up to a month free of charge.

Download a copy of the catalogue here.

To book a discovery box please contact us.