October Half-Term Crafts
This October half term we will have a fun filled week of arts and crafts topped off with a spooky family Halloween day on Saturday 2 November. Join us for different activities each day from Monday to Saturday.
We’ll be getting into the Halloween spirit with a range of activities from Modroc mummies to spooky science experiments. We’ll also be getting ready for Diwali with our family craft workshop to celebrate the Festival of Lights. Finally, we’ll be rounding off the week with our Spooktacular Saturday Family Day: join us for Halloween storytelling with The Red Phoenix Terrie Howey and a range of family crafts. Don’t forget to your Halloween costume- all costume wearers will get a free museum trail!
Events
Modroc Mummies (Mon 28 Oct)
Learn how to make your very own mummy this Halloween! From removing the insides to the final wrapping of bandages, we’ll be following the step-by-step practises of the Ancient...
Learn how to make your very own mummy this Halloween! From removing the insides to the final wrapping of bandages, we’ll be following the step-by-step practises of the Ancient Egyptians, while also getting an up-close look at our museum’s very own mummified creatures.
This workshop may get messy so old clothes are recommended.
£4 per participant.
Timings: Drop in anytime between 10am – 3pm
Suitable for ages 5+ (younger children welcome but may need some help with their craft).
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Spooky Science (Tue 29 Oct)
Join us for some spooky science this half term.
Learn how to make a levitating ghost, mix your own bubbling potion, learn how dragon’s toothpaste is made and more!
This...
Join us for some spooky science this half term.
Learn how to make a levitating ghost, mix your own bubbling potion, learn how dragon’s toothpaste is made and more!
This workshop may get messy so old clothes are recommended.
£5 per participant.
Timings: Booked slots 10.30am-11.30am, 12.30pm-1.30pm or 2.30pm-3.30pm
Suitable for ages 5+
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Let’s Celebrate: Diwali Diyas (Wed 30 Oct)
Make and decorate a clay diya lamp to take home as we get ready for the Festival of Light.
All are welcome!
Old clothes are recommended for this workshop.
£4 per participant.
...
Make and decorate a clay diya lamp to take home as we get ready for the Festival of Light.
All are welcome!
Old clothes are recommended for this workshop.
£4 per participant.
Timings: Drop in anytime between 10am – 3pm
Suitable for ages 5+
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Young Creatives: Halloween Writing (Fri 1 Nov)
Join us for an especially spooky writing workshop in which we’ll be looking at how to create our own scary characters
All abilities are welcome.
Please note that adults are...
Join us for an especially spooky writing workshop in which we’ll be looking at how to create our own scary characters
All abilities are welcome.
Please note that adults are required to supervise participants under 12. Adults with children aged 12 and over do not need to remain in the workshop room but must remain on site during this workshop.
£5 per participant.
Timings: Booked slot 11am – 12pm
Suitable for ages 7+
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Autumn Collage (Fri 1 Nov)
Use recycled materials, natural materials, paint and crayons to make your very own autumn themed collage to take home!
£3 per participant.
Timings: Drop in anytime between 10am...
Use recycled materials, natural materials, paint and crayons to make your very own autumn themed collage to take home!
£3 per participant.
Timings: Drop in anytime between 10am – 3pm
Suitable for ages 3+
Book now
Spooky Stories (Sat 2 Nov)
Join us for spooky Halloween storytelling with Terrie Howey, The Red Phoenix: get ready for ghosts, ghouls and things that go bump in the night!
Each story session lasts...
Join us for spooky Halloween storytelling with Terrie Howey, The Red Phoenix: get ready for ghosts, ghouls and things that go bump in the night!
Each story session lasts approximately 20 minutes: all ages are welcome!
We’ll also have free drop in crafts available from 10.00am-3.00pm- no need to book, just turn up!
(P.S Don’t forget to wear your Halloween costume for a free Discovery Duck museum trail)
FREE with normal admission charges
Timings: Drop in 12pm – 2pm (storytelling) 10am – 3pm (crafts)
Suitable for ages 3+
Book nowThis October half term we will have a fun filled week of arts and crafts topped off with a spooky family Halloween day on Saturday 2 November. Join us for different activities each day from Monday to Saturday.
We’ll be getting into the Halloween spirit with a range of activities from Modroc mummies to spooky science experiments. We’ll also be getting ready for Diwali with our family craft workshop to celebrate the Festival of Lights. Finally, we’ll be rounding off the week with our Spooktacular Saturday Family Day: join us for Halloween storytelling with The Red Phoenix Terrie Howey and a range of family crafts. Don’t forget to your Halloween costume- all costume wearers will get a free museum trail!
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