Young Archaeologists’ Club (YAC): brooch gilding

Discover the secrets hidden in historic structures with our Young Archaeologists’ Club, tailored for enthusiasts aged 8 to 16!

Brooch gilding

Brooches were treasured personal items throughout history, especially in the Iron Age, Roman, Saxon and medieval periods. In this session, we will take a closer look at historical examples before having a go at gilding our own brooches using traditional techniques.

Event details:

• Our Young Archaeologists’ Club is for ages 8 – 16.
• Students attend independently.
• Attendees should come dressed in appropriate clothing for outdoor activities.
• Guardians will be asked to sign a photo permission form for their student at this workshop. There is no obligation to sign this form if you do not wish your child to be photographed.
• This is an education programme event. Learn more about our terms & conditions.