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Learning and activities

We find the best way to learn is when you are having fun!

Get active with dressing up, telling stories, dancing and music.

Get making with craft and design.

Get thinking through debate, fact-finding and problem-solving.

Get social by meeting new people and having a laugh.

Come and try something new.

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Get Dancing!

Join our worldwide dance project and let's get dancing.

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Open Up the Mic

Learn more about our Open Up the Mic comedy course.

Wonderland Project

Delving into the history of Blackpool sideshows, the Wonderland project explores the themes of gender identity, body image and empowerment.

Showtots family project

Blackpool parents and carers with children under 4 years are helping us shape the museum sessions.

History Seekers

Join us every month as we explore some of Blackpool's fascinating history in more detail.

DesignLab Nation Project

DesignLab Nation is a national schools programme led by the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. Learn more about the programme and our engagement with schools in 2023.