Mini-Museum Hunt! 50 Years of Aardman
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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.
