Liverpool's World Museum is set to be taken over by dinosaurs once again this summer, offering a packed programme of interactive fun, hands-on crafts, and a host of activities for visitors to enjoy.
Meet Life-Like Dinosaur Puppets
Visitors can meet life-like dinosaur puppets of all shapes and sizes every Wednesday and Thursday as these prehistoric creatures roam through the museum. There will be giant puppets as well as baby dinos, along with dinosaur storytelling sessions and meet-and-greet opportunities.
Crafts, Sensory Play, and Expert Talks
From crafty workshops and sensory play for under 5s to a chance to meet museum experts delving into the lives of wild creatures, the World Museum will also hold special events. These include a relaxed after-hours session for children and their families with neurodiverse conditions or additional needs.
New Wild World Gallery
The newly reopened Wild World: Dinosaurs and Natural History gallery on the fourth floor features full-size replica dinosaur skeletons such as Allosaurus and Neovenator. Visitors can also explore Liverpool’s ancient mudflats and the animals that call threatened frozen polar regions and dense forests home.
Some events require pre-booking. The full programme and booking details are available on the museum's website. Below are the listings:
Meet the Dinosaurs
Wednesdays and Thursdays in July and August, from Wednesday, July 22. Shows at 10am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, and 3:30pm. Free. Across World Museum, come face-to-face with giant dinosaurs like Zuki the Stegosaurus and Salsa the Megalosaurus, enjoy fun shows, and meet sweet baby dinos, perfect for photos. Suitable for all ages.
Little Dinosaurs
Thursdays in July and August, from Thursday, July 23 – 11am, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm. £2 per child. Join the museum for sensory play, puzzles, crafting, and a whole lot of dinosaur-themed fun.
Squish-a-Saurus Crafts
Thursdays in July and August, from Thursday, July 23 – 10:30am–12:30pm and 1:30pm–3:30pm. Free. Join the creative museum team for crafts where children can create their own prehistoric creature.
Meet the Curator
Wednesdays in July and August, from Wednesday, July 22, at 2pm and 2:30pm. Free. Join the museum's experts in the Clore Natural History Centre over the summer to learn about herbivorous dinosaurs, prehistoric insects, giant birds, folklore, and fossils. Book tickets on the day at the ticket desk or from the website.
For the Love of Dinosaurs with Splatter and Stick
Wednesday, August 12, 10–11:30am. £2 per child. Splatter and Stick offers an inclusive environment tailored for SEND and neurodivergent children and their families, aiming to develop self-confidence, natural exploration skills, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity through arts and crafts with sensory play. The museum creates a fun and creative environment that supports families with children who may need additional support. Tickets cost £2 per child and booking in advance via the website is essential. More details about Splatter and Stick are available on the museum's website, including support and wayfinding for families.
After Hours: Relaxed Dino Dig
Thursday, August 13, 5:15–7pm. £2 per child. World Museum opens its doors after hours especially for families with children aged 4+ who have members with an autism spectrum condition or other conditions meaning they prefer a more relaxed visit. For more information about support and wayfinding for this event, please visit the museum's website.
Junk-a-Saurus Crafts
Wednesdays in July and August, from Wednesday, July 22 – 10:30am–12:30pm and 1:30–3:30pm. Free, drop-in. Join the museum every Wednesday this summer holiday for crafts. The creative museum team will help cut, stick, and tape recycled materials together to craft your own wearable dino costume to take home.
The Dino Takeover runs from July 22 to August 27 at World Museum.
