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8 Apr 2025

Ladybird Storytelling

11 Apr 2025

Design a Ladybird Book

22 Mar 2025

LEGO®Build the Change: Rewilding family workshops

The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists

8 Feb 2025 - 31 May 2025

Peterborough Museum & Art Gallery

The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists

The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists

8 Feb 2025 - 31 May 2025

Peterborough Museum & Art Gallery

Uncover the story of the talented artists who illustrated Ladybird books for more than 30 years.

A collection curated and loaned by Helen Day.

The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists

This beautiful and colourful exhibition puts on display an unparalleled collection of books, original artwork and artefacts and shows how the numerous, talented Ladybird illustrators played such an enormous role in the extraordinary success of the company in the 20th century.

One of the highlights of the exhibition is a spectacular giant wall of Ladybird books, showcasing an incredible collection of 480 titles. This nostalgic display is a must-see for book lovers and collectors alike, celebrating the charm and enduring legacy of these beloved classics.

Explore topics such as the early years, fairy tales, nature, jobs and technology, learning to read, and history. The exhibition features captivating displays, including original hand-drawn art, wall-mounted books, and unframed books and ephemera showcased in cases.

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Create your very own Ladybird book cover or poster inspired by the artists who illustrated the Ladybird books.

Easter Holiday Fun!

Free storytime sessions in The Wonderful World of Ladybird Book Artists exhibition!

Easter Holiday Fun!

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Arts Award: Discover

Every of the month - Click to see dates

Education & learning

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The Imaginal Field - Launch exhibition

16 Nov 2024 - 29 Mar 2025

Exhibition

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Journeys with Nature - Jeni Cairns

16 Nov 2024 - 29 Mar 2025

Exhibition

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The Priestgate Vaults Tour

Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday - Click to see dates

Tours, talks & workshops

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Life & observational drawing class

Every Thursday - Click to see dates

Tours, talks & workshops

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Family Activities

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The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists

8 Feb 2025 - 31 May 2025

Exhibition

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Friday Nights, Ghostly Sights!

Walks & Tours

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LEGO®Build the Change: Rewilding family workshops

22 Mar 2025 - 00:00 - 00:00

Family Activities

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Ladybird Storytelling

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Family Activities

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Design a Ladybird Book

11 Apr 2025 - 00:00 - 00:00

Family Activities

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15 Apr 2025 - 10:00 - 16:00

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Adventures in Time & Space

3 May 2025 - 2 Nov 2025

Exhibition

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