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
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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
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.
Hedgehog Houses
Join the Museum’s friendly team to help build habitats for hibernating hedgehogs in the parkland. On days when it’s too
We’re Going on a Plant Hunt
This Autumn we’re hunting high and low to find plants, flowers and animals around the Museum. Listen to stories, sing
We’re Going on Bug Hunt
Join the friendly team for a fun and active walk around the parkland (or the museum if the weather’s too
Artist Makers Decorative Papers
The interiors and displays at The Bowes Museum are so beautiful and inspiring that the artist Betty Brown thought it
Artist Makers Flower Garlands
Join artist Betty Brown using colourful remnants of net and fabric strung on raffia, ribbon and string to make lavish
Artist Makers – Trees
Join artist Jane Young and be inspired by the paintings of trees in the conversation space and the trees in
Stay in Play – Picnic in the Park
This summer the Museum is encouraging its youngest visitors to get outside and play. There’ll be picnic blankets and play
Bug Hotels
Join the Museum’s friendly team in the wildflower meadow behind the Museum to find bugs at the Bowes. Build eco-friendly
