Learning
The Higgins Bedford is delighted to welcome school and education groups. If you are planning a group visit of any type, please contact us so that we can discuss how best to accommodate you and your students.
Our learning programme reflects the strengths of our collections with curriculum themes and hands-on activities designed to make the most of our galleries and exhibitions.
Sessions provide pupils with opportunities to investigate and learn from real and replica artefacts, historical objects and works of art on display.
Our sessions include:
- Archaeology Detectives (KS1)
- The Bronze Age Archer (KS1/KS2)
- Romans (KS1/KS2)
- Anglo Saxons and Vikings (KS1/KS2)
- Castle (KS1/KS2)
- Victorians (KS1/KS2)
- Toys of the Past (KS1)
- WW2 (KS1/KS2)
We also offer bespoke art sessions in which pupils can learn new techniques from professional artists to enhance their understanding of the art and history curriculum. For more information contact thehiggins@bedford.gov.uk
Bookings for sessions, self-led visits, talks and tours must be made by contacting: thehiggins@bedford.gov.uk
Home Education Groups
Book a visit for your group to explore the galleries and collections at your own pace. You can also choose from a range of workshops and we will support you to create your own programme of learning that fits with the focus of your group. Please email thehiggins@bedford.gov.uk for more information.
Loan Boxes
Get hands on with history in your school! We offer a range of boxes containing real objects and replicas so that you can get hands on with history in your classroom. There is a charge of £25 per half term.
Download Essential Information For School Visits here.