Kenwood House

Kenwood House

Discovery Visits at Kenwood House

Hampstead - NW3 7JR
Bookings:0870 333 0606

Outstanding house containing paintings by many great artists and set in landscaped parkland.

Sandford Award-winner (2008) in recognition of the quality education offered at the site.
The judges said: A “magnificent venue” which provides a “wonderful resource for schools” through its architecture, finely landscaped gardens and great art collection."

Visit

SUBJECTS

KEY STAGES

A Victorian Home

Discover what it was like to be a Victorian servant in the setting of Lord Mansfield’s suburban home. Help prepare for a grand party and enjoy hands-on activities in part of the house not normally open to the public.

When: Weekdays during term time by arrangement
Length: 1.5 Hours
 History  KS1 

Estate Quest

How can you keep a 17th century site sustainable beyond the 21st century? View and consider changing landscapes and explore this fascinating estate using key geography skills such as using a compass and reading a site map. A thought-provoking practical session to encourage geographical skills.

When: Weekdays during term time by arrangement
Length: 1.5 Hours
 Geography  KS2 

Face To Face

Create your own self-portrait having de-coded superb portraits in the Kenwood collection. What makes a portrait? What messages were people trying to convey with their choice of pose and props? This practical workshop discusses the elements of a portrait and uses splendid examples at Kenwood to stimulate observation and imagination.

When: Weekdays during term time by arrangement
Length: 1.5 Hrs
 Art & Design  KS1, KS2 

Feeding A Victorian Household

In Victorian times this grand house got much of its food from the farm in its own grounds. Learn about the farm and the dairy in a fun and hands-on session and go behind scenes in the dairy which is not normally open to visitors.

When: Weekdays during term time by arrangement
Length: 1.5 Hours
 History, Sustainability  KS1, KS2 

ALSO OF INTEREST

Workshops

You can also book a workshop or interactive tour at selected sites. At just £90 per group of up to 30 pupils it’s the perfect way to experience our sites. Call the regional booking office to check availability and to book.

We advise you to book early to avoid disappointment.

How to book

To book a Discovery Visit you can either book online (using the Free Site Visits form) or ring our Educational Bookings team on 0870 333 0606.