WORCESTER heritage venues are coming together to host a nine-day celebration of the historic city for all the family.
As part of Love Worcester Heritage Festival, museums, churches and other heritage venues are holding events from Saturday February 14 until Sunday February 22, including tours, trails, workshops and family-friendly activities.
Many events are drop-in and free, but some require booking.
Dinosaurs are the theme at Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum, with roarsome family workshops kicking off on Saturday February 14 and a trail throughout the week.
Later in the week, The Commandery will transport visitors to space with a themed family trail and craft activities on February 17 to 19.
On February 16 and 17, families can discover some of the Mighty Royal Beasts hiding within Worcester Cathedral.
Also, on Tuesday at St John’s Library, children can handle artefacts, listen to a story and create their own map filled with mythical creatures, hosted by Worcestershire Archive and Archaeology Service.
There will be tours of George Marshall Medical Museum on Monday February 16, and The Infirmary on Wednesday February 18 and 20, with opportunity to handle objects and explore the museum.
At Tudor House the focus is drawn to Worcester’s fascinating history of wool and weaving, with a fascinating 30-minute tour and talk on February 18, and family drop-in weaving activities on February 19 and 20.
During Love Worcester, Sound and Art St Swithun’s is seeking out Worcester’s next generation of musical talent, with workshops for 8-16 year olds.
On many dates across the week, you can also discover the world of freemasonry at Worcestershire Masonic Library and Museum.
Living History in Worcester weekend will take place on February 21 and 22 at The Commandery, Tudor House and Greyfriars House and Garden, bringing history to life with Worcester Reenactors.
Also on Sunday, Museum of Royal Worcester is celebrating Chinese New Year with Worcestershire Chinese Association with bookable themed pottery painting.
Ruth Smith, Worcester Tourist Information Centre Manager said: “Worcester is a city with so much history. Love Worcester Heritage Festival is a great opportunity for people to discover the exciting heritage attractions and incredible events happening on their doorstep”
Visit visitworcester.co.uk/loveworcester/ for more information.
