Relaxed Sessions: Are We Nearly There Yet? @ Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery, Exeter

Are we nearly there yet? A history of transport
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Travelling forms part of our everyday experience of life. From the earliest times to the present, people around the globe have pondered the best means of transport to get to their destination. Join us at RAMM to explore the ways people have moved through spaces, venturing across centuries and continents – from the grind of the daily commute to once-in-a-lifetime journeys across the globe, human ingenuity has found a way to travel by land, air and water.

This exhibition will explore how transport has developed over the centuries and the people and events which have shaped it, as told through objects in RAMM’s collections.

See unique objects, such as a sled from Captain Scott’s ill-fated 1911-12 expedition to the Antarctic, parachute material made by local firm Heathcoat Fabrics, which played a crucial role in NASA’s 2020 mission to Mars, as well as travelling outfits, artworks, vehicles and transport ephemera.

This summer, discover the impact our transport choices can have on the environment around us and the wider issue of climate change, and consider what the future of transport in Exeter might look like.

A Relaxed Session is a good way to enjoy this exhibition at a quieter pace.

These times are especially suited to people with autism, anxiety and associated conditions. Everyone is welcome at RAMM.

Numbers are limited to create a calmer atmosphere, so book before you travel to be sure of your place.

Relaxed sessions will take place on-

Friday 2 August, 9am to 10am
Friday 16 August, 9am to 10am
Friday 30 August, 9am to 10am
If you are unable to use pre-booked tickets, they can be transferred to a later Relaxed session time/date (space permitting).

Entry via Garden Entrance at rear of building. Toilets will be open and are fully accessible. The rest of the museum (including Queen Street entrance) will be closed to the public until 10am.

Ear defenders are free to borrow. If you need to step into a separate calm area during your visit, just ask at Reception.

Get in touch on ramm.enquiries@exeter.gov.uk or ask at Reception for more information.

See our access page for visual stories to prepare your visit and identify the Garden Entrance for arrival.

Event Information
Dates and Times
2 August 2024 – 30 August 2024 9am – 10am
Price
Free

Location
Gallery 21

Event Types
Families & Children