August Family Day: Upcycled heirlooms

Discover the art of upcycling at our August Family Day, where recycled objects find new life as cherished heirlooms. Join us to dismantle, experiment, and reimagine everyday materials into unique creations.

Just like people, objects make journeys, taking on new forms and meanings along the way. At the Museum there are lots of recycled objects: from a keg barrel that became a jerk pan to lottery tickets that became a swan! These objects have been carefully renewed and transformed, becoming treasured family heirlooms.

What new heirlooms could you make? Join us in our construction workshop: choose from our collection of recycled materials, then dismantle, tinker and re-build to create something worthy of the mantelpiece!

All materials will be provided, but please bring along your own upcycling and recycled materials if you’d like to!

Free, no booking required.

What’s on

Mini Playhouse | 10.30am to 4pm in the Studio

Explore sensory materials, colours and textures to make the Mini Playhouse your own. Leave the story of your den behind for other children to hear, read and be inspired by!

Upcycled Heirlooms | 10.30am to 4pm on Kingsland Road Lawns

Come along to our outdoor construction workshop and choose from a range of recycled materials and building tools to create your own upcycled heirloom.

Lawn Playscape | 10.30am to 4pm on the Kingsland Road Lawns

Discover a range of play materials including our interactive garden trolley, mud kitchen and play tents!

More for families

There is lots for children to see and do at the Museum. Expect a fun-filled day with free trails to follow, sensory explorer bags, and fun throughout the galleries and gardens.

Family visits

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