Museum Minis

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Clock 10:30 - 11:30
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Enjoy a special weekly session for the littlest visitors at Wakefield Museum!


Meet Alphabet Cat and take part in activities, rhymes and more. Each month there’s a new theme to help you explore Wakefield Museum.


Have fun learning and playing together and tick off the following on your 50 Things to do Before You’re 5!


#6 Rhyme Time


#7 Making Music 


#11 Making Connections


#39 Talking Signs


#40 Happy History


Every Thursday morning from 10.30am to 11.30am during term time.


Free and no booking required


These sessions are designed for toddlers aged 2 to 5 and their families.


Please note: The fire alarms in Wakefield One are tested at 11am on Thursdays. The team have ear defenders you and / or your children can borrow.


Venue opening hours

Monday : 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tuesday : 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wednesday : 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thursday : 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Friday : 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday : 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Sunday : Closed

Access facilities

  • Accessible Toilet
  • Assistance Dogs Welcome
  • Baby Changing Facilities
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Event sessions

Museum Minis

29th January 2026
10:30 - 11:30
5th February 2026
10:30 - 11:30
12th February 2026
10:30 - 11:30
26th February 2026
10:30 - 11:30
5th March 2026
10:30 - 11:30
12th March 2026
10:30 - 11:30
19th March 2026
10:30 - 11:30
26th March 2026
10:30 - 11:30

Venue Details

Find us at

Burton Street, Wakefield, WF1 2UP

Phone

01924302104

Email

museums@wakefield.gov.uk