About the conference
Making a Difference – to children’s lives; across our sector; and in society.
Book your tickets
Join us in Liverpool, UK 25 – 28 November 2025
Join us for a transformative two-day international gathering where children’s museum professionals from around the world come together to reimagine our role in shaping the future.
As the challenges facing today’s children grow more complex, so too must our response — bold, compassionate, and rooted in joy.
This event explores how we can empower young people to become confident, resilient changemakers, while using our museums as vibrant platforms for playful, purposeful learning that truly makes a difference.
Ready to be inspired? Book your place today and be part of the movement transforming children’s learning experiences worldwide.
Hosted by Eureka! The National Children’s Museum
Together, we’ll dive into the conference themes from diverse global perspectives — listening, sharing, and challenging one another to think differently. Through honest reflection we’ll explore the true impact of our work — not just through our own eyes, but through the voices of the children and families we serve, the partners we collaborate with, and the colleagues who walk this journey with us.
Global Perspectives: Hear from 22 international presenters sharing bold, inclusive approaches in unique cultural environments
Deep Learning: Choose from 34 sessions packed with hands-on learning, practical insights and case studies
Inspiring Voices: Keynotes from leaders in education, culture and children’s rights
Immersive Study Tours: Explore innovative spaces across Liverpool and beyond that bring learning to life
Unforgettable Venues: From iconic historical venues to creative community hubs
Tickets – Early bird tickets available now!
| Member | Join & Go * | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Bird full conference | £495 (£594 inc vat) | £664 (£763 inc vat) | £710 (£852 inc vat) |
| Early Bird day one | £300 (£360 inc vat) | £469 (£529 inc vat) | £500 (£600 inc vat) |
| Early Bird day two | £300 (£360 inc vat) | £469 (£529 inc vat) | £500 (£600 inc vat) |
| Full price full conference | £620 (£744 inc vat) | £789 (£913 inc vat) | £843 (£1011.60 inc vat) |
| Full price day one | £380 (£456 inc vat) | £549 (£625 inc vat) | £633 (£759.60 inc vat) |
| Full price day two | £380 (£456 inc vat) | £549 (£625 inc vat) | £633 (£759.60 inc vat) |
VAT at 20%
10% discount for groups of 3 or more attendees from one organisation (not applicable to HandsOn membership fee element for Join&Go delegates)
Early bird ends 31 August 2025
Full price bookings from 1 September 2025
Evidence & Evaluation
How do we actually know whether we are making a difference?
Reflection, Change & Improvement
Is there more that we could and should be doing?
Inspiration & Aspiration
Are we raising children’s aspirations? How are we helping them achieve their dreams and potential?
Wellbeing & Happiness
Are we improving health and well-being? How can we measure children’s happiness?
Exceptional Experiences
Are we exceeding the expectations of the children and families who visit us?
Meaningful & Relevant Content
Is the content and experience we provide relevant to the lives of our family visitors?
Lifelong Love of Learning
Do the themes and experiences we provide inspire children and families to seek further information and expand their knowledge?
Complementing Formal Education & Filling Gaps
Are we filling a gap left by a formal education system that may no longer be fit for purpose?
Participatory Design & Cocreation
Should we be involving our visitors in shaping our exhibits, experiences and programmes to ensure that we are making a difference?
Open Discussion
Get your tickets to Making a Difference
25 – 28 November 2025
Liverpool
