The Future we Build with Ross Forbes
Join Ross Forbes, Programme Director at Redhills Durham, as he delves in to the history of mining and the mining
Archives
From Murder to Medicine and Midsummer Mayhem
Please note: This talk is now SOLD OUT. Join Heather Birkett, Garden and Outdoor Manager at Acorn Bank in Cumbria,
Artist Makers: Do you want to make a snowman?
Join artist Zoe Allen to make your own wintery wonderland. Snowflakes will be dancing at The Bowes! Drop-in session, free
Artist Makers: Winter Swans
Join artist Cath Hodson as she leads a printing workshop inspired by the beautiful Silver Swan automaton. Drop-in session, free
Artist Makers: Creative Clay
Join artist Charlie Brookes and get into the festive spirit as you use the collection and landscapes to create some
Artist Makers: Festive Creations
Join artist Jane Young and get into the festive spirit as you use the collection and landscapes as inspiration to
Linocut Card Making Workshop
Please note: Both workshops are FULLY BOOKED. In this 2-hour workshop, artist Cath Hodson will take you on a crash
Artist Makers: Ceramics from the Past
Join artist, Charlie Brookes to be inspired by the Museum’s ceramic collection. Try different techniques and experiment with materials. Suitable
Artist Makers: Automata of the Natural World
Dive into the natural world with artist Betty Brown and learn how to make automata plants and animals. Suitable for
Artist Makers: Inspiring Nature
Inspired by paintings of trees in and around the Museum, let’s talk about how we can enjoy, care for and
Artist Makers: Autumnal Flower Garlands
The start of autumn will bring in changing colours as the seasons begin to change. Join artist, Betty Brown and
Artist Makers: Firework Fiesta
Spark your curiosity and join artist, Zoe Allen to make firework sculptures. Transform 2D materials into 3D bursts of everything
The Life and Times of Norman Cornish
Please note: This talk is now SOLD OUT. Join John Cornish, son of Norman Cornish for the fourth and final
Family Story Tour
Come along for a journey through the galleries, as we explore the interesting stories and fascinating facts behind the art
Artist Makers: Print Making Workshop
Join artist Cath Hodson, as she delves into the Museum’s current exhibition Kith and Kinship: Norman Cornish and L. S.
