Elmer and friends arriving on Saturday
ELMER and Friends: The Colourful World of David McKee, will be arriving at Preston Park Museum and Grounds on Saturday.
Families from across the region can step into David McKee’s colourful world in this playful exhibition by Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children’s Books.
First stop is Elmer’s world, where visitors will be greeted by a giant Elmer jigsaw and enjoy the ultimate Instagram moment.
The adventure continues as guests walk through Elmer’s jungle, encountering characters and stories along the way.
As well as illustrations from the Elmer series there will be original
artwork from Not Now Bernard, Mr Benn and an original storyboard of King Rollo as well as the opportunity to visit the fancy-dress costume shop featured in Mr Benn, with dressing up opportunities and a reading area.
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Health, Leisure and Culture, Cllr Steve Nelson, said: “Families are in for a real treat this summer as Elmer and Friends arrives at
Preston Park Museum for the holidays. It will be the first time that this colourful and vibrant exhibition, about the much-loved children’s book series, will have been seen in Tees Valley.
“Included in the price of this great value day out, you can also explore the museum, including replica Victorian Street, galleries and gardens.”
Families and Elmer fans can enjoy the exhibition at Preston Park Museum from Saturday until Sunday, September 11, 2022.
Entry is included in the price of museum admission – a family ticket (two adults and three children) costs £15 and can be used for unlimited visits throughout the year.
Visit the Elmer exhibition page on the Preston Park website for more information and tickets.