Fairies & Gnomes Workshop - $5

Use artificial flowers, clothespins, and a wide variety of craft supplies to create tiny gnomes and fairies.

Dolls

Multicultural Dolls

Learn about the dolls and toys children play with in other countries. Make one to take home.

 Japanese Paper People, ages 7 and up - $5

 Guatemalan Worry Doll, ages 6 and up - $5

Folk Dolls

Through the years folk dolls have been made from items found around the house.  Make your own folk doll from a variety of materials.

Clothespin Doll, ages 7 and up - $5

Yarn Doll, ages 6 and up - $5

 Cornhusk Doll, ages 6 and up - $5

Puppets

Puppets have fascinated people for centuries. Create your own puppet and learn about the art of puppets from around the world.

 Finger Puppets, ages 5 and up - $5

 Jumping Jacks, ages 4 and up - $5

Toys

Science Toys

Study and learn how to make your own toys based on scientific principles.

 Balancing Toy, ages 6 and up - $5

 Optical Toy, ages 6 and up - $5

 Japanese Fish Kits, ages 4 and up - $5

 Pompom Animals, ages 4 and up - $5

Masks

Many cultures use masks in dance, theatre, ceremonies, and children's play time.

 Chinese Dragon Mask, ages 4 and up - $5

 African Mask, ages 6 and up - $5

 Chinese Opera Mask, ages 6 and up - $5

Miniatures

Using scale design and imagination, children are introduced to the wonderful art of miniatures. Each project is designed for children as well as the child at heart.

Miniature Rooms

Design and create a room box from recycled bits and pieces.  Bring your own shoe box.  Ages 7 and up - $7.

Miniature Landscapes

Landscape your own garden, complete with shrubs, flowers and trees.  Ages 7 and up - $7.

Additional workshops, including Native American, African and recycled materials crafts, available upon request.  Call Coordinator of Education and Programs to discuss your ideas.

Outreach

All workshops are available as outreach.  For a small fee, a Museum staff member will bring all supplies to your school and teach a small unit to your class.

Seasonal Programming

Gingerbread Houses

In the month of December, Gingerbread House workshops will be held Saturdays and Sundays. Reservations are required and space is limited so call in November and let us know when you're coming to visit. (303-322-1053) Cost per Gingerbread House is $8.00 for members and $10 for non-members (includes free admission to the Museum).