Discover the weird and wonderful world of languages! The UK has a museum for dog collars and lawn mowers, but not for languages. This autumn we are launching our innovative Pop-Up World of Languages to fill this gap. Join us on a journey through our three zones to uncover the hidden treasures of languages through our family-friendly, hands-on activities and games.
Languages and me
Why should we bother to learn languages? You may be surprised to find out:
- how learning a language can boost your brain power
- how many languages you already know without even realising
- where languages can take you in life
Languages around me
All you have to do is stop, look and listen! Here, you will explore:
- different accents, and your reactions to them
- translating the untranslatable… can it be done?
- how YouTube, books and TV in other languages can open your eyes to new worlds
Languages in the world
There are thousands of different languages in the world! Here, you will discover:
- which languages are most spoken and which are in danger
- whether some languages are trickier than others
- the different sounds and writing systems languages use
Locations and Dates
Cambridge: ‘Escape At The Grafton’, The Grafton Centre, Cambridge, CB1 1PS
19th October – 27th October 2019
Belfast: Accidental Theatre, 12-13 Shaftesbury Square, Belfast, BT2 7DB
1st November – 3rd November 2019
Edinburgh: To be confirmed (2nd week of November 2019)
Nottingham: The Gallery & Cecil Roberts Room (first floor), Nottingham Central Library, Angel Row, Nottingham, NG1 6HP
2nd December – 7th December 2019
London: The Barbican Centre, Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS
14th March 2020
Information for Schools
If you are interested in a school visit to our museum, funding can be provided for transport and other expenses if your school has a high level of free school meal eligibility or is situated in an area with a high index of multiple deprivation. Please contact [email protected] for more information.