Families across the local area are being invited to get involved in arts and crafts and adventures at the Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery this summer.
Activities at the Victoria Art Gallery | Photo courtesy of B&NES Council
Young history hunters can join in with different activities inspired by the museum collections and exhibitions each week of the holidays.
Children can learn to weave with paper, create a coin decorated with a horse, and make a colourful statue at the Roman Baths, or visit the Victoria Art Gallery to design a vibrant quilt or quirky mirror like those in the current Kaffe Fassett and Candace Bahouth exhibition.
Seven to 11-year-olds can also join the Heritage Hunters Museum Club at the Roman Baths Clore Learning Centre, a weekly holiday club where youngsters will explore the history of the Roman Baths and surrounding area, try out new skills and make crafts to take home.
Councillor Paul Roper, Cabinet Member for Economic & Cultural Sustainable Development, said: “Our museums are brilliant places for families to visit at any time, but during the school holidays there’s even more to do, with creative activities running throughout the summer.
“Admission to the Roman Baths is free for local Discovery Card holders, but it’s advisable to book your free tickets in advance.
“The activity sessions at the Victoria Art Gallery are free for everyone – just drop in and enjoy.”
Roman Baths
Explore the Roman Baths and have a go at crafts inspired by objects in the museum.
All sessions run from 10am – 12.30pm and 1.30pm – 4pm. Suitable for children aged 3+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Wacky Weaving – Monday 31st July to Friday 4th August
- Use a paper weaving technique to add decoration and colour.
Statues with Style – Monday 7th August to Friday 11th August
- Admire the statues on the terrace and create a colourful statue.
Standard and Deliver – Monday 14th August to Friday 18th August
- Learn about the flags featured on Roman coins, and create a flag to take home.
Potty about Pots – Monday 21st August to Friday 25th August
- Create a collage inspired by pots at the Roman Baths.
Included in Roman Baths admission. Free for local Discovery Card holders. No need to book activity sessions. Advance booking is recommended for Roman Baths admission at www.romanbaths.co.uk.
Heritage Hunters Museum Club
Wednesdays from 26th July to 23rd August, 2pm to 4pm – Roman Baths Clore Learning Centre
- Become a heritage hunter this summer! Children aged 7 to 11 are invited to visit on Wednesday afternoons between 2pm (drop off) and 4pm (pick up). Investigate the Roman Baths’ exciting collection of objects and explore the history of Bath and the surrounding area. You will take home something that you made at each week.
- £6 per session. Ticket price does not include admission to the Roman Baths.
Victoria Art Gallery
Enjoy family craft activities inspired by the Gallery’s vibrant Kaffe Fassett and Candace Bahouth exhibition.
All sessions take place between 10.30am – 12.30pm and 1.30pm – 3.30pm. Suitable for children aged 3+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Crafty Candles – Tuesday 1st to Friday 4th August
- Use patterned paper and templates to create a candle design like Candace Bahouth’s.
Quirky Quilts – Tuesday 8th to Friday 11th August
- Design a quilt using coloured strips of paper.
Mirror Mirror – Tuesday 15th to Friday 18th August
- Make a quirky mirror design using flowers, jigsaw pieces and leaves – just like Candace Bahouth.
Perfect Pots – Tuesday 22nd to Friday 25th August
- Use coloured papers and vase shapes to create a special design inspired by Kaffe Fassett.
Activities at the Victoria Art Gallery are free for all, and advance booking is not required.
Tickets are required for admission to the Kaffe Fassett and Candace Bahouth exhibition – book at www.victoriagal.org.uk.
