Hoard Hunting: hidden histories
Workshop Overview
People have hidden, buried, squirrelled away and lost precious objects since ancient times. Explore the displays of stunning artefacts in the Wonders of the Peaks gallery, learning about ancient buried treasure, how it was lost, and found and what it can tell us about life in the past. Digging deeper and getting hands on with history from all eras, you will assume the roles of metal detectorists, archaeologists, and museum professionals as you aim to find, preserve, label and display your own Buxton hoards.
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or email learn@buxtoncrescenttrust.org
History
British history - (Roman Britain / iron age to Anglo Saxons) / local history – extended period study (hoards and burials) Archaeology
Maths
Comparing numbers - measuring and comparing data. Measuring / Sorting and Counting Currency
Literacy
Spoken language - use spoken language to develop understanding through speculating, hypothesising, imagining and exploring ideas / participate in discussions, presentations, performances and debates. Writing - Identifying the audience for and purpose of the writing, selecting the appropriate form and using other similar writing as models for their own / noting and developing initial ideas, drawing on reading and research where necessary
Practical information
Below are some useful documents to help you plan your visit. On confirming a booking with us we will email out copies of the below documents along with further information about each activity. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
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Our suggested themed itinerary
Why not make a full day of your visit to Buxton by combining up to 3 different workshops visiting multiple venues to suit your requirements and learning outcomes.
Drop off at Buxton Museum and Art Gallery, Terrace Road. Welcome and safety briefing
Learn a story of Roman visitors to Buxton, with the Fabula Aquae puppet performance and workshop. Can you help our auxilliary soldier save enough denarii for retirement?
Travel via coach (or on foot if you’re not too hungry!) to Poole’s Cavern and Country Park to take lunch and prepare for the afternoon’s excitement!
Contact us
Please complete the form below if you have an enquiry. We'll reply as soon as possible, usually no more than 48 hours after receipt. If you'd prefer to email or call direct please contact us on learn@buxtoncrescenttrust.org or 07929 316270
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Workshop Overview
If for whatever reason you are unable to come to us for a learning visit, we can bring the learning to your school. With a little tweaking most of our workshops can be delivered as outreach activities at your school, my just one member of our learning team. Whether your topic be Prehistory, Romans or Victorians, our learning workshops can be tailored to fit your intended learning outcomes and school timetable. Contact us to enquire about prices and availability and we look forward to visiting you!
