The Final Frontier: Space - Fact and Fiction



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This special summer exhibition at Prescot Museum explores the role of space in our lives, both fact and fiction. From the first discovery of the planets, the first man on the moon, to Doctor Who’s Daleks, Dan Dare and Star Trek, there’s something for everyone!

Along with the exhibition there is a range of ever popular holiday activities, so why not book your children on board to blast them into space over the summer! All sessions are from 11am - 12 noon, 2-3pm and cost £1 per child. Booking is essential and children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult.

26 and 27 July

Blast Off!
Make your own rocket to launch your spacecraft into space and design a special space city.
Cost: £1. Booking is essential.

2 and 3 August Riding on the Moon:
Make your own moon vehicles and be the first to land your ‘moonscape’.
Cost: £1. Booking is essential.
9 and 10 August Become an Astronaut!
Make your own backpack to provide air and water in space.
Cost: £1. Booking is essential.
16 and 17 August The Aliens Have Landed!
Make your own UFO, take a spooky picture and create your own ‘Aliens have landed!’ headline.
Cost: £1. Booking is essential.
23 and 24 August Make an Alien!
Create your own ‘friendly’ alien puppets.
Cost: £1. Booking is essential.
30 and 31 August Make a space shuttle.
The shuttle is a reusable spacecraft and here we reuse ‘rubbish’ from around the home to make your own ‘re-cycled shuttle’.
Cost: £1. Booking is essential.

To book a place telephone 0151 430 7787

 

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