WWI Workshop

Engaging with the Museum displays and handling original and replica objects, the World War One workshop encourages secondary pupils to consider what it might have felt like to be a soldier fighting in the trenches. Each pupil is given an identity card and will be asked to identify with a soldier to try to better understand his experience in the trenches.

The workshop is divided into four workstations, each led by a volunteer and lasting around 25 minutes. Pupils rotate from one workstation to another. The group should be divided into four smaller groups. We would appreciate it if this was organised prior to the Museum visit.

Practical Info
Clipboard, pencils and worksheets are provided
Length of workshop: 2hrs minimum, desired length 2hrs30mins
Charges: £2 per pupil (Free for accompanying adults)

Supervision: One supervising adult is required per 10 children.
The Museum will provide volunteers to assist with the workshop but supervision of pupils is the responsibility of the class teacher.

Number of children: Up to 30 but other requirements may be accommodated with prior notice.

Eating Areas: Eating and drinking are only permitted in the Education Room.
Let us know when you book if you require this facility for lunch.

Planning a Visit?
For more information about the workshop, or to arrange a visit, before coming with your class, please contact Tess, our Education & Outreach Officer.

Sessions can be booked from Mondays to Fridays from 9.30am to 3.30pm.

All school visits must be booked in advance by contacting the Museum, tel 01224 311200 or email museum@gordonhighlanders.com

Contact the Education Department
If you would like to find out more about our education services, discuss the workshops or existing bookings, please do not hesitate to contact Tess our Education & Outreach Officer, by email education@gordonhighlanders.com or on 01224 311200.

Volunteer
The Museum education programme is mostly delivered by volunteers. If you are interested in working with primary and secondary pupils, please get contact us.