I Grew Up 80s

'I Grew Up 80s' is your chance to relive the most iconic decade in style! Step into a world of cassette tapes, shellsuits, and leg warmers—when every kid's Christmas wish list included a Rubik's Cube and childhood was packed with bright colours, big dreams, and endless fun.

Celebrate the Decade of Change

From revolutionary leaps in science and technology to the rise of unforgettable fashion, entertainment, and pop culture, this exhibition dives into life before the internet. It's a shared snapshot of what childhood was like in the 1980s.

Explore Over 200 Treasured Memories

Take a walk down memory lane with cherished toys like Care Bears, My Little Pony, and Transformers, or revisit timeless album covers from Queen, George Michael, Phil Collins, and Kate Bush.

Interactive Fun for All Ages

• Step into the 80s with our dress-up corner.
• Test your trivia knowledge.
• Play with classic toys that defined a generation.
• Try your luck at a vintage Donkey Kong arcade game for just 50p per play!

Perfect for Families

Whether you're reminiscing about your own childhood or showing the kids how things were "back in the day," this exhibition promises fun for everyone.

Special Events!

1984, British Pop's Dividing Year: an evening talk. Thursday, 13 February at 6pm. Tickets £7.

Join author David Elliott as he delves into his book during this illustrated talk on 1984's seismic shifts in UK music, politics, and culture. Relive the icons, sounds, and legacy! Learn more at www.thenovium.org/whatson.

Plan Your Visit

• Open now until Saturday 8 June 2025 at The Novium Museum.
• Tickets: £5 for adults, £3 for children, £14 for families (up to 5, max 2 adults).

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