Artist Makers: Patchwork Party Hats
Play with colour and pattern as you cut, layer and arrange geometric shapes to create a striking party hat, decorated
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Artist Makers: Clockwork Creatures
Tinker, build and play in this workshop as you join artist Betty Brown to bring creatures to life, creating moving
Artist Makers: Springtime Garland
Get creative this half-term and make a bright and joyful garland with artist Betty Brown, inspired by the arrival of
Artist Makers: Hologram Illusions
Join artist Betty Brown to craft a mesmerising hologram picture. Drawing inspiration from beloved animal objects from the collection, you’ll
Mother’s Day Wellbeing and Art Workshop
Make time to connect with yourself and the present moment this Mother’s Day. In this creative session, you’ll join artist
Mother’s Day Card Making
This self-led activity is perfect for making those last minute cards for that special parent, guardian or friend this Mother’s
Members’ Day
The support of our members is essential to preserving the historic collection, buildings and parkland. To show our appreciation, we’re
Nerina Pallot in Concert
Enjoy an unforgettable evening with critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot in the stunning and intimate setting of The Bowes Museum’s
Big Garden Birdwatch
Join us for the Big Garden Birdwatch at The Bowes Museum on Saturday 25 January, 12pm-1pm, in the beautiful parkland. This
Artist Makers: Tiny Treasures
Join artist Jane Young in the Create Space this February half term, where you’ll create your own unique mouse using
Artist Makers: Painting Teesdale
Inspired by the stunning painting of High Force in the Curiosity Space and the natural beauty of Teesdale’s countryside, join
Gelli Plate Printing
Inspired by the paintings of trees in the conversation space and the trees in the parkland surrounding The Bowes Museum
Bug Club
Join us as we investigate the effects of insects on collection items. We will look at a variety of different
Brooch Making Workshop
In this workshop with Take a Stitch 2 Durham you will create a brooch inspired by Vivienne Westwood’s use of
Artist Makers: Spring into Nature
As spring approaches, artist Jane Young draws inspiration from the Tussie Mussie – a small floral bouquet used as a
