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May The Toys Be With You showcases one of the UK's finest collections of vintage Star Wars toys and original cinema posters, from 1977-1985. It is a celebration of the now highly collectable vintage toy line and of the iconic design work and art of the Star Wars movies.

Once a month*, under 5s and their families are invited to explore Lynn Museum with a variety of activities, trails, songs, games and stories. These sessions have a different theme each month, and are specially designed for early years learning, allowing young children the chance to explore the museum in their own way. 50p per child, accompanying adults free. Booking is recommended as places are limited. Thursday 17 July - Star Wars Thursday 18 September - Dinosaurs Thursday 16 October - Space Thursday 20 November - Winter Animals Thursday 18 December - Christmas *Please note, there will not be a Mini Museum session in August due to the summer holidays.

Join us for a workshop on the Ancient Egyptian art of mummification. Find out why mummification was done, discover the ins and outs of the process, and try your hand at mini mummification. Booking is required as seating is limited.

Join us for a workshop on the Ancient Egyptian art of mummification. Find out why mummification was done, discover the ins and outs of the process, and try your hand at mini mummification. Booking is required as seating is limited.

Join us for a relaxing hot drink, cake and activity, ranging from crafts to handling artefacts. Each monthly session will have a different activity. Coffee Mornings are open to all and free to attend; includes museum admission. Your are welcome to arrive at any point during the session, but booking is required as seating is limited. Please contact the museum directly by calling or emailing if you wish to book for a group of 6 or more people. Friday 25 July - Tin Can Droids Craft Friday 29 August - Glass Jar Candle Holders Friday 26 September - Peg Dolls Friday 31 October - Beuys' Acorns* Friday 28 November - Christmas Quilling *The Beuys' Acorns session will be led by internationally-acclaimed artists Ackroyd & Harvey. Find out more about the tree planting project here: https://www.ackroydandharvey.com/beuys-acorns/

Guest Speaker Tom Powell of Norwich Droids will be discussing his experiences with 3D printing and assembling replica Star Wars droids and props. Part of the 'May the Toys Be With You' exhibition programme. Not affiliated with Disney/Star Wars/Lucas Films.

Join us for a workshop on the Ancient Egyptian art of mummification. Find out why mummification was done, discover the ins and outs of the process, and learn what we have discovered by studying mummies. Booking is required as seating is limited.

To celebrate the arrival of May The Toys Be With You, our new exhibition packed full of Star Wars memorabilia, visitors are invited to our brand-new family event. Explore the displays and enjoy Star Wars-themed crafts, plus take part in a fun family trail. Booking is recommended.

Meet costumed characters, try your hand at vintage crafts, and discover what life was like for the residents of King's Lynn as war comes to the Home Front.