Hands on history: children's conservation workshops (ages 6-11)
Learn about the tricks and tools of conservation and get hands on with some of the techniques at this family-friendly workshops.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Led by a member of the Collections and House team, they'll be holding a two sessions every Friday throughout August.
The sessions are aimed for children between 6-11 years old. Each session will share what the Conservation team do and why they do it, a demonstration on handling and cleaning and then a chance to handle different types of object and have a go at some conservation cleaning using the tips and tricks.
The workshops are free but spaces are limited to 5 children per workshop, so booking essential. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Times
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
The House Kitchen is on the ground floor of the house, accessible via the rear entrance.
- Meeting point
The workshop will take place in the House Kitchen.
- Suitability for children
Children are very welcome when accompanied by an adult.
- Other
If visiting Greenway by car, you'll need to book parking in advance through the website.
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