Cumbria is home to a wide range of museums that are perfect for families, offering a fun and interactive way to learn about the region's rich history and culture.
One museum that is a must-visit for families is the Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery in Carlisle. This museum is packed with interactive exhibits that will keep your kids engaged and excited throughout their visit. From Roman artifacts to art galleries, there's something for everyone here.
For a museum that's specifically tailored to kids, then the Wordsworth House and Garden in Cockermouth is a great choice. This charming museum is dedicated to the life and works of the famous poet William Wordsworth, and features plenty of hands-on activities that will help your kids learn about the poet's life and work.
Alternatively why not visit the Cumberland Pencil Museum in Keswick? This quirky museum tells the story of the pencil, from its humble beginnings as a graphite mine to the modern-day writing instrument we all know and love. Kids will love the interactive exhibits, including a giant pencil and a sketching corner.
Looking for a museum that's a bit more outdoorsy, then the Lakeland Motor Museum in Ulverston is a great choice. This museum is home to a huge collection of vintage cars, motorcycles, and bicycles, as well as exhibits on the history of the automobile. Kids will love the interactive displays, including a driving simulator and a pedal-powered go-kart track.
If you're looking for a museum that's a bit off the beaten path, then the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Museum is a great choice. This small museum is dedicated to the history of the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, and features exhibits on the history of the railway, as well as vintage locomotives and rolling stock.
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