Family Arts Festival: October half term 2024

Get excited for Hallowe'en with some spooky crafting.

Historic Event

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Two photographs of crafts . On the left is a witch riding a broomstick and on the right is a haunted house. Both are made of paper.

Dates

29 October 2024 (historic event)

31 October 2024 (historic event)

About

This not-so-spooky event is perfect for all the family. There'll be no scares, so you can enjoy some relaxed crafting and make Hallowe'en decorations for your home.

Tuesday 29 October: 

  • Transform a paper plate into a rocking witch riding a broomstick.
  • Make a 3-D paper bat.

Thursday 31 October:

  • Make a haunted house window with a friendly ghost inside, using lolly sticks and paper.
  • Turn a paper plate into a pumpkin. 

Please note, this is not a 'taught class' - instead, we have an array of enticing materials and will show you examples of what you can make, or you may bring your own ideas! Our friendly facilitators will circulate to encourage and support, and will be on hand if you're unsure. Families complete the activity independently and at their own pace.

Best suited to ages 3+.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Seating is on communal tables but if you prefer a quieter space please contact Hannah.mackay-jackson@twmuseums.org.uk

This event is part of our Ways to Play programme of free and low-cost family-friendly activities. Make your 'Ways to Play' adventure a great value day out by travelling to our venues by the Metro and / or Ferry.  Up to three children aged 11 and under can travel for free on the Metro and the Shields Ferry with a fare-paying adult. Metro is the convenient, fast and frequent way to get to your favourite attractions and now it’s even more affordable. Find out more. 

Funders

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