Sunday 5 February 2017

British Museum - Music, storytelling and art activities this half-term!



Half-term is coming – time to banish boredom! Come to the Museum to take part in our half-term activities for families.
Throughout the week, celebrate what makes us who we are through music, storytelling and art activities – all inspired by the South African exhibition. Plus, under 5s can explore colours and texture in special Little feet workshops.
Visit the Samsung Digital Discovery Centre for free digital workshops on Saturdays and Sundays. Design your own mosaic mask, find out about animal mummiesexplore China or become an ancient Greek athlete using green screen technology!
Plus, you can pick up a free activity trail or backpack, available from the Families Desk, or play our interactive family adventure game with our digital Family guide (£).
South Africa: the art of a nation
Sponsored by Betsy and Jack Ryan
Logistics partner IAG Cargo

Mon 13 Feb – Fri 17 Feb, 11.00–16.00
Listen to music and stories from South Africa, create your own paper house to add to our unique city and explore objects from the exhibition with art activities.
Free, just drop in
 
Thu 16 Feb, 11.00–13.00
& 14.00–16.00
Inspired by South African art, look at colours, explore textures and make a colourful creation to take home. For under 5s and their parents and carers.
Free, just drop in
 
Sat 18 Feb, 11.00–16.00
This year is Chinese Year of the Rooster, but find out your own zodiac animal, make a digital vase using innovative technologies and let the Museum’s objects from China inspire you.
Free, just drop in
Sponsored by Samsung