Dementia-friendly Object Handling
Location:
National Army Museum
Date & time:
Tuesday 20 May 2025, 2.00pm - 2:45pm
Price:
Free
Join us for this workshop designed for people with dementia and their carers, and get hands-on with a range of objects spanning the Army's history.
About the event
The history of the Army, from the British Civil Wars to the modern day, is full of fascinating moments and stories from those who have served.
Join members of our team as they facilitate a hands-on session where you can discover more about the fascinating stories from our collection.
This workshop is designed for people living with early-stage dementia and their families and friends.
Register your interest
If you’d like to attend this workshop, please register your interest by emailing communities@nam.ac.uk. Or, if you don’t have an email address, give us a call on 020 7730 0717. We will then get back to you to confirm your space.
FAQs
Is the National Army Museum accessible?Yes, the National Army Museum is fully accessible. If you need further access information or help please do get in touch at info@nam.ac.uk or call 020 7730 0717,
Bikes (including folding bikes) and scooters are not permitted. There are bike racks located along Royal Hospital Road. These can be used to secure any bikes and scooters.
Please do not secure any bikes or scooters to the railings outside the Royal Hospital Chelsea or Burton Court. Any items secure to these railings will be removed.
Please adhere to the age range specified for events on the listings page and if appropriate please book a ticket for your child. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult approved by the parent/guardian. This person can accompany a maximum of four children per event. Where permitted, any child over the age of two needs their own seat for events.
The event organiser cannot be responsible for unsupervised children.
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