Head to the Museum of the Home for May Family Day, full of creative, collaborative activities exploring biodiversity and our connection to the natural world around us.

When: May 28 at 1030am to 330pm

Where: Museum of the Home

Ticket price: The event is free of charge with a suggested donation of £5. Drop-ins are welcome on the day.

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Explore the microscopic networks that link us with plant and animal life. Combine woodworking and weaving to create your own vibrant artworks mapping out the amazing garden ecosystem. Then harness the power of printmaking to share a powerful message promoting kindness to nature, using natural dye inks and materials from the garden. 

Mapping Microcosms with Nihal J. Singh | 10.30am – 3.30pm in the Studio 

Get up close with the natural world with artist and maker Nihal Singh. Hammer and weave your own colourful wooden board exploring the connecting lines and patterns seen in microscopic forms. Families will also be invited to interact with our symbiotic play space, including a large-scale weaving wall. 

Natural Dye Printing with Kim Chin | 10.30am – 3.30pm in the Learning Pavilion 

Make your own printed flags using natural dyes, inspired by shapes and forms in the garden. Kim will help families to create artworks promoting kindness to nature and protecting the planet. Contribute to the collaborative garden sculpture, experimenting with mark-making to add textural vibrant details. 

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