Thackray Museum of Medicine presents “Heroes in Training: Celebrating 75 years of the NHS”

29th June 2023

In celebration of the NHS’s 75th anniversary, the Thackray Museum of Medicine is hosting a special “Heroes in Training” event this July.

“Heroes in Training: Celebrating 75 years of the NHS” is a special event taking place over two weekends in July.

In collaboration with Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust, the event aims to honour the extraordinary legacy of the National Health Service and inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals.

From Saturday 1 – Sunday 9 July 2023, everyone is invited to enjoy a range of activities and experiences at the Thackray Museum of Medicine.

The event will be especially exciting for families, with children gaining free entry by dressing up as their personal “health hero”. Fancy dress options will also be available on -site for those who need them.

The event will feature the “75 Faces of the NHS Trail”, where visitors can explore the museum while discovering the fascinating stories of the individuals featured in the campaign.

Staff members from the NHS 75 Faces initiative will be present to engage with visitors and inspire them to pursue careers in healthcare.

There will also be free of charge Eye Dissection workshops lead by expert instructors, a Health Hero Craft and Colouring Station and special prizes being awarded to the best fancy dress costumes.

Rachael Palmer, Director of Engagement at Thackray Museum of Medicine says: “Thackray is honoured to be hosting “Heroes in Training: Celebrating 75 years of the NHS” and invites everyone to join us for this memorable occasion.

“Through intriguing activities, informative exhibits, and hands-on experiences, the museum aims to inspire the next generation of healthcare heroes while paying tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to the NHS. We are also really proud of our partnership with Leeds Teaching Hospital Trust and marks another successful collaboration with more to come.”

Tickets are just £8.95 per adult and kids go free, to find out more and to book your ticket take a look at the Thackray Museum of Medicine’s website.

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