Museum Encounters is a six-week course for people affected by Parkinson’s which runs several times per year. The course is led by dance for health artist Filipa Pereira-Stubbs who uses artefacts and artworks from the University of Cambridge Museums to inspire movement and dance.
This activity is good for wellbeing because
- Movement supports physical confidence and mobility;
- Creativity and storytelling support emotional wellbeing;
- Shared experiences build connections.
"The movement, the museum stories, and the group together make it really different and very special."
“It’s mentally stimulating as well as physically and there is always such a great atmosphere.”
How to contact
Where to go
Cambridge Junction
Clifton Way
Cambridge
CB1 7GX
What to expect
Museum Encounters is for people affected by Parkinson’s and their companions.
Each session begins with a ‘close encounter’ with museum objects, artworks or specimens. A member of a museum team shares their stories and invites the group to look, handle, imagine and ask questions. These discoveries then become the inspiration for a creative dance session led by experienced dance-for-health artist Filipa Pereira-Stubbs.
The group might explore movement inspired by an an ancient Egyptian object, a striking painting or an extraordinary animal specimen. No two sessions are the same. There are no steps to learn, and no previous dance experience is needed.
The dance is both chair-based and standing, and participants are invited to work at the level that suits them best. If you are not physically independent you are advised to come along with a companion.
Companions and family members are welcome to attend free of charge and are invited to participate in the sessions.
Sessions end with refreshments and a chance to explore the museum objects further.
To find out if this is something for you, ask about upcoming course dates and book onto the programme, contact [email protected]. They will then ask you to complete an online booking form.
More information
Museum Encounters takes place at Cambridge Junction which is close to the train station and on several bus routes. There is metered parking and blue badge parking. The building is level throughout with accessible facilities.
All staff and volunteers are DBS checked.
Sessions are free.
How to contact
Where to go
Cambridge Junction
Clifton Way
Cambridge
CB1 7GX
