While you Shop: The House of Shadow Santas Workshop
Date: Dec 14
1:00 pm
- 4:00 pm
Where: Art Gallery Classroom
Workshop
While caregivers catch up on holiday shopping, children ages 8-11, can explore their creativity through the magical world of shadow puppetry! This beginner-friendly workshop will guide participants through the history of shadow theatre and its unlimited potential for storytelling.
Our programming team will lead participants through The Rooms to find inspiration in our beautiful galleries, including our festive exhibit: The House of Wooden Santas.
What to Expect:
- We will learn the basics of storytelling
- We will design shadow puppets (all materials are included)
- We will premiere a shadow puppet show for friends and family
- We’ll also enjoy some hot chocolate and a cookie, visit the galleries and take in all the holiday decorations at the Rooms along the way
Cost: $35 plus HST (10% Discount for Rooms Members). Limited spaces! Pre-registration required. To book your child’s space, please contact Visitor Services at (709) 757-8090.
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Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years.
Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.
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What to Expect:
Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbor view to capturing the details of our natural history collection.
Join our comfortable and relaxed atmosphere in a creative and supportive environment. All skill levels and experience are welcome.
Quality drawing supplies available. (or feel free to bring your own sketch book)
Cost: $20 plus HST per session. 10% Discount for Rooms members. Tickets are available online or by calling (709) 757-8090.
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Tickets: $12 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms Members. Get your tickets online or by calling (709)757-8090.