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Cabaret Mechanical Marvels at Time and Tide Museum

Time and Tide Museum of Great Yarmouth Life, Blackfriars Road Great Yarmouth, NR30 3BX

5th April - 14th September

Cabaret Mechanical Marvels is an interactive journey into the wild and wonderful world of automata.

Step into the realm of imagination that seamlessly weaves science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics into the enchanting universe of automata, creating a captivating showcase that celebrates mechanical artistry and innovation for visitors of all ages.

Founded in 1979 as a small craft shop in Cornwall, Cabaret Mechanical Theatre collaborated with local artists specialising in creating and selling handmade automata. Its international reputation and community quickly grew, helping to define automata as a craft genre, with its significance recognised by Crafts Council of Great Britain. Today, Cabaret Mechanical Theatre tours its extensive collection of automata inspiring future generations of automata makers.

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Great Yarmouth, Cabaret Mechanical Marvels features hands-on mechanical exhibits and original artefacts, show-casing exhibits from some the finest contemporary automata makers, including Ron Fuller, the well-known toy-maker and artist who lived and worked in Suffolk.

Visitors will also get exclusive insight through artist interviews making the magic of automata truly come to life. Don't miss our delightful line up of creative events planned for the run of the exhibition to inspire curiosity and fuel imagination.

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Opening Times

10.00 - 16.30

Prices

Exhibition included in general admission.

Facilities

Café

Baby Changing

Disabled Access

Toilets

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