February 2021 - Jorvik Viking Festival
February half term traditionally brings the Viking Festival to York and this year is no exception. There are lots of activities and events online and many of these are available for free.
Find the full programme here: https://jorvikthing.com/whats-on/
Here are Mrs McDonald's highlights:
360º Virtual Tour of Jorvik
https://jorvikthing.com/event/360-virtual-tour/
Explore the sights and sounds of Viking-age York as you explore JORVIK Viking Centre’s world-famous recreation of 10th century Coppergate, virtually transported in your own Time Capsule. Best viewed on a tablet or mobile phone – or even a VR headset – so you can look around just as you would on a real visit.
Monday 15th February, live streamed at 3.00pm (available on demand after the event). Free of charge.
Discover why archaeologists love poo, and get hands on making your own replica poo fossil during the livestream (adult supervision is strongly recommended!). For more information and ingredients: https://jorvikthing.com/event/poo-day/
Famous Authors Read Their Books
https://jorvikthing.com/event_category/jorvikanory/
Click on the links below to meet the author and hear them read from their stories.
Cressida Cowell – How to be a Viking
Francesca Simon - Two Terrible Vikings
Robert J Harris - The Day the World Went Loki
Hilary Robinson - Jasper: Viking Dog