Makers of the Waves
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Step behind the scenes of Victory Live: The Big Repair and celebrate International Women's Day as we explore the vital role women play in shipbuilding, past and present. Enjoy ship design challenges and rope-making activities inspired by the skilled women preserving HMS Victory today.
Celebrate International Women's Day with an inspiring session celebrating Women in Shipbuilding, past and present. This drop-in family experience invites visitors of all ages to meet the women whose expertise, creativity and problem-solving skills are essential to conserving HMS Victory for future generations.
On the ship, expert shipwrights and riggers will demonstrate traditional and modern techniques used in maritime conservation. Get hands-on with caulking and discover how this vital craft seals wooden seams, protecting ships at sea. Meet the rigging team to explore rope techniques and see how mechanical pulley systems make it possible to lift and move enormous structures safely and efficiently.
In the galleries, families can take part in additional creative activities inspired by the same skills. Design your own ship, experimenting with shape, structure and purpose, and try your hand at rope making to understand how strength, twist and tension are key to life at sea.
Victory Live Talk with Betzey Shell: 11am and 1pm
Caulking Demo: 11am - 1.30pm
Rope techniques and Manual Pulley Demo: 11am - 1.30pm
Suitable for all ages
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