Free event
About
In the early 1900s, a new wonder material began to appear in our homes.
Cheap and colourful, lightweight and hard-wearing, plastic was an exciting modern phenomenon. By the late 1900s, we relied on plastic every day.
But plastic has had significant impacts on the environment.
Discover how plastic has shaped our lives and explore ideas such as reducing, reusing and recycling.
Discover the history, impact and future of plastics. Admire vibrant objects from a time when plastic promised a better life.
Find out what you can do to help the plastic problem today.
Plastic Fantastic? at Wakefield Museum is supported by The Exhibitions Group.
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 Car Parking
- Accessible Toilet
- Assistance Dogs Welcome
- Audio Described
- Baby Changing Facilities
- Step Free Access
- Wheelchair Accessible
Venue Details
Find us at
Burton Street, Wakefield, WF1 2UP
Phone
01924302104
museums@wakefield.gov.uk
10:30 - 15:00 
