Children's Workshops

Childrens Holiday Workshops

All activities are held either at Abbot Hall Art Gallery or The Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry and are FREE to children accompanied by an adult. Booking is recommended as places are limited. Standard Adult admission applies.

Mask and Hat Portraits
Wednesday 1 September, 2.00 - 3.30pm
Be inspired by the 18th century portraits at Abbot Hall, and discover what we can learn about people from their clothes. Create your own mask or hat to represent your personality.

The Big Draw
Saturday 9 October
Come and join us and create a gigantic floor drawing inspired by Lowry. Use your own view finder to create your own unique landscape.

Spooky Shadow Puppets
Friday 29 October, 2.00 - 3.30pm
Make your own spooky Halloween shadow puppets inspired by the Museum’s collection of Victorian Toys.

Workshop Booking: Tel. 01539 722464