Kids aged 8–14 can learn new creative skills in our hands-on workshops
Sign up for a hands-on school holiday workshop today.
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Puppet Making and Puppeteering with ERTH– 1 day workshop
Discover your puppet making superpowers and learn the art of puppeteering with a guest artist from Erth, the much-loved makers of theatre for young audiences in this fun filled 1 day workshop. Explore exhibitions including Blueback and Ocean Photographer of the Year for inspiration. Learn techniques in crafting your own illuminated creatures from recycled materials and operating your creations with life-like movements as you bring underwater stories to life in this puppetry and performance workshop.
Storybook Making – 1 day workshop
Imagine, write, and illustrate your very own picture book inspired by the underwater stories in our newest exhibitions Valerie Taylor and Blueback. Learn techniques in powerful storytelling, narrative structure, and digital and hand illustration as you create your very own cherished classic. Have a physical copy of your finished storybook published and sent home to keep.
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General information
- Arrive in the museum foyer for registration 5–10 minutes prior to the program.
- Parents/carers will be required to sign permission forms on the day
- Participants are fully supervised for the programs
- Participants should bring their own lunch/snacks and wear suitable clothing, sturdy shoes and sun protection for any time spent outdoors
- All workshop materials are supplied
- No printed tickets are necessary, we will check in via guestlist
- Our Plan your visit has everything you need to know about a trip to the museum
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