Manchester Jewish Museum

Come and join us for a fun, creative session where you’ll get to design your very own time capsule!

When our new building was redeveloped in 2020, our builders made an amazing discovery – hidden deep inside a wall next to the Ark (the holy cupboard that houses the Torah Scrolls) was a time capsule from 1873, sealed inside a glass jar with its wax seal still intact. Today, this remarkable piece of history is on display in our museum.

Inspired by this incredible find, you’ll create your own time capsule filled with memories, messages and keepsakes for the future! Bring along a favourite photo or small trinket to include, and we’ll provide the capsule, newspapers, craft materials and everything else you need to leave your own message for future generations!

Perfect for families, this hands-on activity is a fun way to get creative while discovering the fascinating story behind one of our museum’s most extraordinary discoveries.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

This workshop is open to all ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

There are two identical 90 minute sessions that day so you can book for either 10:30am or 1pm.

Please email Isaac on isaac@manchesterjewishmuseum.com with any questions.

ACCESS

Our new building includes step free access to the entrance via a ramp, a lift to the first floor, level access throughout the ground floor and accessible gender neutral toilets. Click HERE for more access information. If you have any additional needs please email olivia@manchesterjewishmuseum.com in advance so we can best support.

GETTING HERE

We are just a 15 minute walk from Victoria Station and Manchester’s Green Quarter. Both the 41 and 135 buses stop on Cheetham Hill Road within 100m from the museum’s entrance at the Elizabeth Street and Derby Street stops. We encourage you to use public transport or other sustainable transport methods when travelling to the museum. Click HERE for more information on getting here.