Victorian Art: Sensory Tour
Location:
National Army Museum
Date & time:
Sunday 6 Jul 2025, 11.00am - 11:45am
Price:
Free
Explore our forthcoming exhibition ‘Myth and Reality: Military Art in the Age of Queen Victoria’ through a sensory tour guided by our Community Engagement Team.
About the event
Experience the world of Victorian art through a combination of vivid descriptions and tactile experiences, along with sounds and smells that bring to life the stories of the Museum’s collections.
This is an opportunity to explore the exhibition primarily through touch and description. We welcome those who would particularly benefit from this approach, such as visitors who are blind, partially sighted or who have complex support needs.
Register your interest
If you’d like to attend this sensory tour, 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. The event organiser cannot be responsible for unsupervised children.
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