Medieval art and modern photographs trace the evolution of castles from fort to magnificent home. Life in a Castle shows the activity around the castle, from the lords and ladies in the Great Hall, to the cooks in the kitchen, and the craftspeople in the bailey. Children will also learn about

- the master mason and others who built the castle

- how castles were defended against attacks

- siege weapons

- crusader castles built in the Holy Land

- feeding the castle community