Alex, like lots of children, sometimes worried about things – like dancing badly or getting an answer wrong in class. But unlike lots of children, every time Alex worries a real-life llama appears! And the more Alex worries, the bigger Llama grows... which starts getting him into all sorts of trouble! Join Rachel Morrisroe as...
It’s not just people that live on your street; there are animals, plants and trees too. In her new book Adoette, author and illustrator Lydia Monks (What the Ladybird Heard) tells the tale of the life of one tree from a young sapling to a mighty oak that became the beating heart of a community...
Bath-based Jasbinder Bilan is celebrated for her ability to combine poetic prose with page-turning storytelling that plunges the reader into the adventure full gusto. She writes with a vivid sense of place, drawing on her heritage, experiences and the Indian myths of her childhood. Jasbinder will tell you some of those myths and explore common...
Drinks from 6.30pm, quiz and two-course supper with wine, Saturday 8 October, £32.50 All proceeds help to support the Museum Following a thoroughly enjoyable evening last year, we are very happy to announce another quiz evening with master of ceremonies, Howard Davies, Vice President of De Beers UK, with fiendish questions to task your little...
This October half term pop-in and make a Haunted House to take away with you! Brilliant materials and lots of creative inspiration. FREE - All welcome! Workshop is suitable for children aged 5+, children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. When? Tuesday 25 October, 10 - 1 Where? The Holburne Museum, Clore...
Enjoy FREE access to our collection galleries and discounted entry to our exhibition. Our Garden Café will be open throughout the evening serving , wine, beers, and special themed cocktails. *FREE entry to museum for all* NO BOOKING REQUIRED Museum trail / Free face painting / Fancy dress competition - dress to impress us...
Join us for a morning of making and creating to celebrate Bonfire Night! In a morning workshop led by artist Holly Dabbs you can enjoy working together to make your own fantastical handmade 'fireworks'. When? Saturday 5th November 10.30-12.30 Where? The Holburne Museum, Bath in the Clore Learning room (ground floor of museum, opposite...
Art as Social Activism! Friday 25 November 5-9pm Take part in creating a large-scale mixed-media artwork inspired by Nalini Malani’s My Reality is Different. Respond to and reinterpret the Holburne ’s 18th century collection, challenging perceptions of gender, nationality, empire, and colonialism. Come, respond and create inspired by the Holburne’s collection of 18th century paintings and feel safe...
Make a dancing Sugar Plum Fairy or Mouse King inspired by Rodin & Degas. designed for families to enjoy creative making together, these 2-hour sessions will be led by an artist. Expect beautiful materials and a festive atmosphere! When? Saturday 3 December, 10.30 -12.30 Where? The Holburne Museum, the Clore Learning room on the ground...
This February half term enjoy a full FREE day of family creative activities- there's something for everyone! Love Lockets 10.30am - 1pm Make a beautiful miniature locket for someone special on Valentines Day! Inspired by the miniature portraits in the Holburne's collection. Animal Antics 2...
Pop-Up Animal Scenes - Family Creativity Workshop Make a 'scene' this half term! An animal scene that is... Designed for families to enjoy creative making together, be inspired by Durer’s wood cut prints and fascination with animals to create your own pop-up scene. In this special 2-hour workshop you will be learn from an experienced...
Doodle, draw, debate and create - 3 huge doodle-boards are waiting to be filled with your images and ideas. Be inspired by master illustrator Albrecht Dürer and street artist & illustrator Tim Martin. We care about the planet and the future: come and raise awareness of the climate emergency by making your mark. The...
