4 July 2025: FREE Home Education Workshop - Princess Sophia Duleep Singh and Empire Play and museum workshop

Free: Suitable for 11 year olds and over

Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life is working with Historic Royal Palaces to offer young people aged over 11 years old, a day workshop exploring the life and legacy of Princess Sophia Duleep Singh.

The day will take place in Thetford and consists of three elements:

• Watching a performance of "Fire! A Princess' Guide to Burning Issues" play from Scary Little Girls Theatre Company commissioned by Historic Royal Palaces. What does the daughter of the last Maharajah of the Punjab have in common with young people today? Watch the story of Princess Sophia Duleep Singh come to life in this interactive show. Meet characters from Sophia's life, from exiled royal family to passionate suffragettes. This play will start conversations about topics from political reform to complex relationships. Some themes are universal, whether you are a princess or a 21st Century person.
• Visit a pop-up display about Princess Sophia Duleep Singh and find out about other diverse history in Thetford via a walking tour.
• Explore displays at Ancient House related to the Duleep Singh family, learn about the local Suffrage Movement, and handle real artefacts from the era.

Suitable for 11 - 25 year olds only.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Advanced booking essential.

Book via email to ancienthouse@norfolk.gov.uk with the subject line Sophia or using the ticket link here. (opens new window)

When: 4 July 2025, 10am - 2pm

Where: Ancient House Museum, 21 White Hart Street, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 1AA

Cost: Free for home educating families with children between 11-25 years old

Contact: Please email ancienthouse@norfolk.gov.uk