• 10.00am - 5.30pm
  • FREE
  • Chelsea, London
  • 10.00am - 5.30pm
  • FREE
  • Chelsea, London

Marching Orders: New Perspectives

Children attending a family tour
Discover how war and conflict can create surprising and shocking stories in this family-friendly tour.

What does a piece of blood-stained lace have to do with Army morale? How did a troop of Welsh ladies defeat an invading army? How can a tin of Bovril save your life? Come and discover the answers to these questions and more in this family-friendly interactive tour. 

Join a member of the Learning team as they walk you through the history of some surprising and strange objects that will offer a new perspective on the history of conflict.

Tour times
  • 11.00am - 11.30am
  • 12.00pm - 12.30pm
  • 1.30pm - 2.00pm
  • 2.15pm - 2.45pm
About this family activity
  • Family drop-in activities are available on a first come, first served basis.
  • This tour is suitable for children aged 7+.
  • All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

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"First time @NAM_London today. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Thought the presentation & interpretation made the subject accessible..."