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The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years

Free

Saturday 21 March - Sunday 12 April 2026

Start time:10AM - End time: 5PM

DATE: Saturday 21 March - Sunday 12 April 2026

Start time:10AM - End time: 5PM

PRICE: Free

AGE RANGE:

Adults

Families

Young People

Children

Exhibition Dates & Timings

WX Wakefield Exchange is closed on Mondays, so the exhibition will not be available on Monday 23 March, Monday 30 March and Monday 6 April.

Please note the exhibition will open at the later time of 11:30am on Wednesday 1 April and Wednesday 8 April.

Ticketing

No booking required - turn up and enjoy!

Bringing a touch of magic, The Cat That Slept For A Thousand Years is 10 metre long Cat that snores, purrs, twitches its ear and swishes its tail!

Brought to life by Air Giants’ pioneering robotic technology, the cat invites all ages to immerse yourself in her unique movements.

Originally commissioned by Manchester Museum, part of the University of Manchester, the cat is now heading to Wakefield where visitors can show their affection by giving it a stroke or a cuddle, and feel a massive purr. The more people there are, the more restless it is.

Wakefield Exchange will feature an immersive exhibition delving into the fascinating story of the legendary cat, complemented by a curated display of feline-themed artifacts from the museum’s collection.

Families can look forward to a variety of engaging, cat-inspired activities designed to entertain and spark creativity for all ages.

The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years

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