Date: Thursday 22 December 2016, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Venue: York Castle Museum

Children will follow a special Christmas mystery trail around the museum to discover the traditions and magic of a Victorian Christmas, meeting costumed characters and solving festive puzzles before finally finding where Father Christmas is waiting for them!

£5 per child (includes activity booklet, meeting Father Christmas and a traditional Christmas gift).

Museum admission applies for adults, no need to book.

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Date: Thursday 22 December 2016, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Venue: York Castle Museum

Back by popular demand, Chris Cade will perform his unique one man family show of A Christmas Carol under the garlands of our Victorian street, Kirkgate. Join our Ebenezer Scrooge as he discovers the true meaning of Christmas!

Free with admission, no need to book.

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Date: Thursday 22 December 2016, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Venue: York Castle Museum

Stroll along our beautifully decorated cobbled street, Kirkgate. Meet our Victorian residents and discover the stories behind the traditions of Christmas.

Free with admission, no need to book.

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Date: Thursday 22 December 2016, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Venue: York Castle Museum

Join one of our knowledgeable volunteers every Tuesday and Thursday for a free talk from 12pm. The subject will vary but will relate to one of the displays in the museum.

Please note that as these talks are volunteer-led, we cannot guarantee that they will always take place. Please ring ahead on 01904 687687 or check with our Welcome Team on arrival in case of cancellation.

Free with admission, no need to book.

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Date: Thursday 22 December 2016, 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Join our Welcome Team for our free 10 minute Art Shot talks daily 2pm- 2.45pm except for Wednesdays and Saturdays.

The subject will vary but will relate to the displays and collections currently on at York Art Gallery.

Free with admission, no need to book.

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