Get ready for a fun family museum adventure as a little bit of Aardman magic arrives at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery.

Created to celebrate Aardman’s 50th anniversary in Bristol, this interactive mini-museum hunt invites families and visitors of all ages to explore the museum in search of tiny hidden treasures from the world-famous animation studio.

Pick up a detective map and see if you can track down all of the secret Aardman artefacts hidden throughout the museum galleries.

50 Years of Aardman | Event details

• Dates: 13th February to 13th September 2026 (please note the museum is closed Mondays)
• Time: 10am to 5pm
• Location: Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
• Price: Free, donations welcome
• Booking: Drop in, no booking necessary

What to expect

• Family-friendly museum treasure hunt
• Hidden Aardman-themed mini displays and artefacts
• Detective maps to guide your adventure
• Interactive fun for children and adults alike
• New hidden treasures added throughout the year

Whether you are a fan of Wallace & Gromit, Shaun the Sheep or simply love discovering hidden details, this playful museum experience is a brilliant way to explore Bristol Museum & Art Gallery together.

More Aardman artefacts and surprises will be added during the year, giving families even more reasons to return and continue the hunt.