Shrapnel Boys: Life on the Home Front museum trail
A family museum trail inspired by Shrapnel Boys, a novel by award-winning children’s author Jenny Pearson.
Shrapnel Boys is a novel about the friendship and courage of a group of young boys living through the Second World War.
Join the trail to explore what life was like for children on the home front and search for hidden objects around the museums.
Pick up a free activity sheet to join in across Birmingham Museums Trust sites:
- Aston Hall
- Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
- Blakesley Hall
- Museum Collection Centre
- Sarehole Mill
Complete the spotter trail and receive a free sticker!
Children can also design their own VE Day bunting. The winning design will receive:
- a signed copy of Shrapnel Boys by Jenny Pearson
- a National Art Pass, courtesy of Art Fund – giving one adult plus children under 16 years free entry to hundreds of museums, galleries and historic houses across the UK, plus 50% off major exhibitions!
For more information, visit the Birmingham Museums website.
