Join us in the Elaine Evans Archaeology Gallery to solve some puzzles, handle 5000 year old artefacts, become a Stone Age trader and hear Sussex folklore stories just like your ancient ancestors did.

School sessions timings

• 10.15-11.15am – Museum Learning Assistant led session in gallery
• 11.15-11:30am – recommended independent time in gallery
• 11.45am-12:45pm – Museum Learning Assistant led session in gallery
• 12.45-1pm – recommended independent time in gallery

Aims of the session

1. To enjoy your time with us
2. To feel a connection to our ancestors
3. To see similarities and difference between people across time and place
4. To find out how Stone Age people lived in Sussex
5. To recognise similarities and differences between people across time and place
6. To use skills of analysis and persuasive argument to interpret historical evidence

History Curriculum Links

KS1: Significant historical events, people / places in their own locality
KS2: Changes in Britain from the Stone Age to the Iron Age
KS3: An aspect or site in local history dating form a period before 1066
Cross Curricular: Literacy • Numeracy • Geography • Design & Technology • Business & Enterprise • Heritage Management • History

Extra Resources

Materials you can use in class before your visit.

• Letter of invitation