Friends of Islington Museum

Family Learning

Across our two sites, Islington Museum and Cally Clocktower Centre, we offer a range of under 5’s and family events inspired by local history.

Under 5’s Storytelling

Join us for our monthly online storytelling events inspired by local heritage. Dani the Storyteller brings fascinating history to life with her playful, sensory storytelling adventures. Keep up to date with our events via twitter or by signing up to the Libraries and Heritage e-bulletin.

Enjoy two example stories here:

Discover the stories of Islington children during the Second World War with Dani the Storyteller
Learn about Cally Clock Tower with Dani the Storyteller

Under 5’s Messy Play

We cannot currently deliver our favourite Messy Play sessions on site. Bring the sensory fun home using our At Home: Get Messy resource!

At Home: Get Messy…
Discover messy play for under 5s with these fun sensory activities to try at home.

Family Learning Resources

Explore local heritage at home using our downloadable resource packs.

At Home: Collage!
Learn about local collage artists and get creative with this fun activity pack for under 5s, primary school students and families.
At Home: Health in Islington.
Learn about the Finsbury Health Centre and create your own NHS thank you posters. An activity pack for under 5s, primary school students and families.