All History articles – Page 6
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News & IdeasA Day at Dove Cottage: Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum
Dove Cottage was home to William and Dorothy Wordsworth and is where they wrote their best work, inspired by the beautiful Lake District scenery that surrounded them.
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News & IdeasFour big names sign up to support School Travel Awards
New London attraction BODY WORLDS, Westminster Abbey, STA Travel and The Original Tour have signed up to back the 2018 School Travel Awards.
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News & IdeasLife in Victorian Times: The D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum
The D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum is not only as the birthplace of one of Britain’s most significant writers but also as an authentically restored miners’ house from the late 19th century.
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News & IdeasSalty Science: Lion Salt Works Museum
Opened in 2015 after a £10 million restoration, exciting KS2 workshops are available at the Lion Salt Works Museum.
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News & IdeasStudents to delve into Tower Bridge’s history in new exhibition
A new display celebrating the unsung heroes of London’s Tower Bridge has been unveiled and school groups are invited to learn about the iconic landmark’s history.
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News & IdeasNational Maritime Museum to open new educational galleries
The National Maritime Museum, part of Royal Museums Greenwich, will be opening four new galleries in September, complemented with a schools programme to match.
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News & IdeasNew Chaucer-themed workshop at Canterbury Tales attraction
The Canterbury Tales Visitor Attraction is launching a new workshop to coincide with its education day this autumn.
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FeaturesCase Study: Exploring Berlin
For four days in July, 40 students in Years 9 and 10 from Tytherington School live in the historical capital of Germany Berlin. The experience is a collaboration between the Language and History Departments of the school.
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FeaturesFocus on: Skipton Castle
Skipton has what is said to be one of the most complete and best preserved medieval castles in England, standing watchful over the market town as it has for over 900 years.
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FeaturesCase Study: Studfold Walks and Trails
Counting rabbits, navigating a maze and building a den were all part of a day of fun, fresh air and adventure enjoyed by a group of pupils from North Yorkshire.
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News & IdeasBeamish Museum opens new historical attraction
The ‘Remaking Beamish’ project has seen the opening of its first attraction, Joe the Quilter’s cottage, at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North in County Durham, ready for school visits.
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Case StudiesFresh air and adventure: Studfold Walks and Trails
Counting rabbits, navigating a maze and building a den were all part of a day of fun, fresh air and adventure enjoyed by a group of pupils from North Yorkshire.
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News & IdeasPlan ahead for school visits to Parliament
The Houses of Parliament in London has revealed details of its short-notice booking opportunities for those who are looking to take their school in the new term.
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News & IdeasTudor days and history events revealed for Kentwell Hall
The stately home in Sudbury has announced a host of educational days in the new school year including a history re-creation and Tudor-specific events.
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News & IdeasGiant floor piano among new features at The Beatles Story
Several new features are now on offer for school visits to the Liverpool attraction, the world’s largest permanent exhibition devoted to the story of The Beatles.
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FeaturesOpenings to look forward to in the new school year
We take a look at new school workshops, launches and trips to get you in the planning mood for September.
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FeaturesSTO accompanies Primary school to The London Bridge Experience
STO’s Laura Sexton reviews Blue Bell Hill Primary School’s trip to the London Bridge Experience & London Tombs.
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News & IdeasFree Secondary schools event and new exhibition at Bristol Museums
Secondary schools are invited to a free event at Bristol’s M Shed to mark the centenary of the Representation of the People Act, which gave women the vote.
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News & IdeasMayflower 400: The Mayflower Museum
Set over three fully accessible floors, this fascinating museum explores the story of the Pilgrim Fathers and their journey aboard the Mayflower to America in 1620.
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News & IdeasLincoln Cathedral joins Bomber Command Centre to offer school visits
Lincoln Cathedral and the International Bomber Command Centre have joined forces to share heritage with local schools.