The Mayor of Garratt

Saturday 25th May1.30pm – 3.30pm

For children age 3+ and their families

In the mid to late 18th Century Earlsfield was the scene for the boisterous Mayor of Garratt elections. Quirky candidates required quick wit and ability to entertain the crowd. Come along to the museum to create a Major of Garratt costume, go on parade and crown a new Mayor!

£3 per participant, accompanying adults are free! For more information please call Zoe or Kathryn on 0208 870 6060 or email bookings@wandsworthmuseum.co.uk

Mini Muse Mum and Baby Art Mornings

An Art class for you – bring baby – all welcome!

What could be better than meeting weekly for a Mini Muse class with like-minded mums for some creative head-space, with expert tuition, art materials and childcare available?

Whether you are an art and design professional or complete novice, Mini Muse classes provide you with the inspiration and confidence you need to get creative. Mums-to-be are very welcome.

Wednesdays in the Museum Cafe

10.30-11.30: Art class with Virginie – (French/English bilingual teacher)
10.30-12.30: Open studio time where you are free to continue working while having a coffee and a chat with other mums.

The cost for the class is £16.00. Onsite crèche available for £5.00 per hour.Fantastic value Mini Muse Art kits also available.

Contact Anne for further details on 07817933739 or minimusecontact@gmail.com

Songs and Stories for Terrific Tots – Numbers

Thursday 30th May 10:15 – 10:45am (Followed by playtime)

Songs, stories and playtime for tots and their parents or carers. This weeks theme is ‘Numbers’!

£3 per participant, accompanying adults are free! Please book in advance to guarantee a place!

For more information please call Zoe or Kathryn on 0208 870 6060 or email bookings@wandsworthmuseum.co.uk

 Wandsworth, A Treasure Trove of History!

Friday 31st May & Saturday 1st June 1.30-3.30pm

For Children age 3+ and their families

 To celebrate this year’s Wandsworth Heritage Festival and the Wandle Weekends, get to know the treasures of Wandsworth. From Roman coins to a cherished childhood toy, treasure can be different to everyone. Come and see some of our favourite treasures, handle our collection and create your own crafty treasure trove!

£3 per participant, accompanying adults are free! For more information please call Zoe or Kathryn on 0208 870 6060 or email bookings@wandsworthmuseum.co.uk

Songs and Stories for Terrific Tots – Transport

Thursday 13th June 10:15 – 10:45am (Followed by playtime)

Songs, stories and playtime for tots and their parents or carers. Perfect for 6 months to 3 years.

This weeks theme is ‘Transport‘!

£3 per participant, accompanying adults are free! Please book in advance to guarantee a place!

For more information please call Zoe or Kathryn on 0208 870 6060 or email bookings@wandsworthmuseum.co.uk

Songs and Stories for Terrific Tots – Shopping

Thursday 27th June 10:15 – 10:45am (Followed by playtime)

Songs, stories and playtime for tots and their parents or carers. Perfect for 6 months to 3 years.

This weeks theme is ‘Shopping‘!

£3 per participant, accompanying adults are free! Please book in advance to guarantee a place!

For more information please call Zoe or Kathryn on 0208 870 6060 or email bookings@wandsworthmuseum.co.uk

Photography Techniques 

With award winning photographer Ursula Kelly

Saturday 29th June 2:00 to 4:00pm

For Children age 5+ and their families

Inspired by our current photography exhibition, try your hand at a range of photography and creative techniques including sunography, mono printing and watercolour photo tinting. All with help from award winning photographer Ursula Kelly!

 £4 per child, accompanying adults are free! Please book in advance to guarantee a place!

For more information please call Zoe or Kathryn on 0208 870 6060 or email bookings@wandsworthmuseum.co.uk

Songs and Stories for Terrific Tots – Seaside

Thursday 11th July 10:15 – 10:45am (Followed by playtime)

Songs, stories and playtime for tots and their parents or carers. Perfect for 6 months to 3 years.

This weeks theme is ‘Seaside’!

£3 per participant, accompanying adults are free! Please book in advance to guarantee a place!

For more information please call Zoe or Kathryn on 0208 870 6060 or email bookings@wandsworthmuseum.co.uk

Songs and Stories for Terrific Tots – Funny Faces

Thursday 25th July 10:15 – 10:45am (Followed by playtime)

Songs, stories and playtime for tots and their parents or carers. Perfect for 6 months to 3 years.

This weeks theme is ‘Funny Faces’!

£3 per participant, accompanying adults are free! Please book in advance to guarantee a place!

For more information please call Zoe or Kathryn on 0208 870 6060 or email bookings@wandsworthmuseum.co.uk

Photography Techniques

With award winning photographer Ursula Kelly

Saturday 27th July 2:00 to 4:00pm

Children aged 5+ and their Families

Inspired by our current photography exhibition, try your hand at a range of photography and creative techniques including making and decorating a camera obscura, mask making and creating silhouettes.. All with help from award winning photographer Ursula Kelly!

£4 per child, accompanying adults are free! Please book in advance to guarantee a place!

For more information please call Zoe or Kathryn on 0208 870 6060 or email bookings@wandsworthmuseum.co.uk

 Victorian Chemist Shop

Wednesday 31st July 2:00 to 4:00pm

Children aged 5+ and their Families

Come and create some historical remedies from weird and wonderful ingredients, explore our Victorian chemist shop and decorate a medicine bottle for your potion!

£3 per child, accompanying adults are free! Please book in advance to guarantee a place!

For more information please call Zoe or Kathryn on 0208 870 6060 or email bookings@wandsworthmuseum.co.uk

Pinhole Cameras

Tuesday 6th August 11:00am to 1:00pm and 2:00 – 4:00pm

Children aged 10+ and their Families

Work with art collective BBKP to create your own pinhole camera, use it to take photographs and develop them yourselves in the DIY dark room.

£8 per participant, adult or child! Please book in advance to guarantee a place!

For more information please call Zoe or Kathryn on 0208 870 6060 or email bookings@wandsworthmuseum.co.uk