Workshop

Playful spring printing for adults workshop

23 April 2022, 10:00am – 12:30pm

[FULLY BOOKED]

Join artist Helen Garrett for a fun morning of experimental printing from clay using natural forms as inspiration. Developing images with coloured pencils and inks, a chance to discover some new techniques! No artistic experience is necessary.

Tickets £20, includes tea and coffee and entry to the Museum, with a chance to see the exhibition Scene through Wood: 100 years of Wood Engraving after the workshop.

Max 10 people

Christmas & New Year Opening Times

Sat 24 December | CLOSED
Sun 25 December | CLOSED
Mon 26 December | CLOSED
Tues 27 Dec | OPEN, Bank Holiday hours
Wed 28 Dec | OPEN, normal hours
Thurs 29 Dec | OPEN, normal hours
Fri 30 Dec | OPEN, normal hours
Sat 31 Dec | OPEN – 9am to 3pm (early closing)
Sun 1 Jan 2023 | CLOSED
Mon 2 Jan | OPEN, Bank Holiday hours
Tues 3 Jan | OPEN, normal hours

Opening hours:

Daily: 9.00am - 4.30pm
Sunday: 10.00am - 4.00pm
Bank Holidays: 10.00am - 4.00pm
Dorset Museum
High West Street
Dorchester DT1 1XA

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