Kids In Charge: Museum Takeover
Saturday, 02 May 2026 to Monday, 04 May 2026
10:00 to 17:00
Type: Childrens or Family Event
Booking Required: No
This May Bank Holiday Weekend at The Tank Museum – kids are in charge!
Across the weekend, kids will have the chance to step into the shoes of Tank Museum staff! From helping design exhibitions and caring for our Archive & Objects collection, to preparing for huge events, creating content, or even fixing mini ‘tanks’.
Plus, enjoy games & interactives, soft play, and make use of the on-site restaurant and café. Free annual pass is included with every ticket, book in advance to save 20%.
2 – 4 May, Open daily from 10AM-5PM
The Tank Museum, Bovington, Dorset
https://tankmuseum.org/events/museum-takeover
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