Summer Holiday Fun
19 July – 3 September
School’s out! This summer, dive into a fantastic program of free activities included within admission, inspired by the Museum, parkland and its wonderful collection.
Enjoy daily self-guided art and craft activities in the Create Space, explore the parkland with Explorer Bags and join the Spotlight Tours for a brief introduction to the collection. Special events include Young Curators, Artist Makers workshops, picnics and play sessions in the park, bug hunts and eco-friendly projects. There’s something for everyone, with all activities included with entry. Children under 18 and full-time students go free.
What's On
Spotlight Tour
A friendly and informative introduction to an exhibition, the collection or building. Led by The Bowes Museum’s team of Visitor Attendants, Curators and Volunteer Tour Guides, join us for an informal 30-minute tour, everyday at 11:00, and 2:30 on Friday, Saturday and Sunday to find out more.
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Artist Makers
Make time for making; join in and get creative. An opportunity to try out new techniques, materials and experiment with the Museum’s team of artists, makers and designers in the Create Space. Additional Artist Maker sessions will be held 1.00 – 3.00 on Wednesday 23rd April and Wednesday 28 May, during the school holidays. Drop-in
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Stay and Play
Time for The Bowes’ youngest visitors to explore and play in the Conversation Gallery, investigate materials and be creative in this self-led, free-play session. Suitable for children up to 5 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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