learning resources and activities
Singer began making sewing machines in 1867, Vice President of Singer George Ross McKenzie chose Glasgow to build the machines because of Glasgow’s Ironing Industries. Isaac Merritt made the first Stitch Sewing Machine in 1850 at a Small Machine Shop…
Cast Iron Cooker In 1709 Abraham Derby managed to reduce the production cost of casting iron which allowed for more efficient stoves to be built. The new lower cost meant that by the mid-19th century cast iron ranges were in…
These tables were used for dinning, preparing food, ironing and a ton more. It conveniently folds out to create space for everyone to fit around the table and then fold back in the give the cramped room more space. The…
Wally dog figurines are matching pairs of pottery dogs, standing guard, which were habitually placed on mantlepieces in 19th to early 20th century homes. They usually wore collars and chain leads around their necks and were often spaniels. They were produced…
SOLD OUT Two new after school clubs giving children the opportunity to take part in exciting Lego building and craft projects begin at the Scottish Maritime Museum on Irvine Harbourside in February. The new Lego and Model Making Club begins on Tuesday…
Following the Scottish Maritime Museum’s popular Climate Change-themed exhibitions and events last year, the Museum’s Education Team has launched an online climate change education programme for schools across Ayrshire. The online programme, which focuses on ocean climate change, is linked…
Why did the Titanic have four funnels and what happens to a cargo vessel in rough waters? Find out in this activity factsheet and put your new knowledge to good use in our challenge. Design and appearance…
This activity will need your listening skills and imagination! Our Oral History collection records memories and stories to help us learn about the past. Listen to Alexander's story of how he became an accidental stowaway and use this as inspiration…
This factsheet and activity will help you find out about different ways of navigating at sea. Can you safely guide your boat to harbour? Navigation (PDF Version)
This creative activity looks more closely at one of the artworks in our collection - "Shooting the Net" by Alan Watson. This painting and more can explored on the Art UK website. Shooting the net online (PDF version)