Date: Monday 30 May 2016 - Sunday 5 June 2016
There is so much going on this Spring at The Atkinson. From free activities, a trip back in time to Ancient Egypt or an enjoyable time at the dentists!
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Children’s Theatre
Artful Playground
The Toothy Adventures of Davy Denture
Sat 28 May, 2.30pm
Everyone expects Davy to be a dentist when he grows up. But he wants to be something else. Perfect for ages 3 – 7 and those with special education needs.
154 Collective
The Adventures of Walter Lemonface Pop Up
Sat 28 May 11am, 1pm & 3pm
Join us in Wayfarer’s Arcade for a free pop up performance of The Adventures of Walter Lemonface. Find out about the magical mix of live animation, storytelling and music for the show which will be held at The Atkinson on Sat 5 June, 2.30pm. Ages 3+
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Free Activities
Arty Aprons
11am – 4pm
Pick up an apron to explore the exhibitions using ‘tools’ such as binoculars, tap measurements and sound pieces, available every Saturday and every day during the school holidays, for ages 3+.
Make It!
Mon 30 May, 11-3pm
The Art Box
Come to our drop in sessions throughout the holidays to join in with a creative activity inspired by the galleries.
Free, drop-in
Hands On!
Tues 31 May, 11am – 1pm & 1.30pm – 3pm
Get up close with objects from our Ancient Egypt collection.
Free, drop-in
Pop-up Museum: Norton Priory Roadshow
Wed 1 June, 10-4pm
Tales of a medieval monastery and a lost Georgian mansion will come to life in a pop-up museum as Norton Priory go on tour to celebrate their major new museum in Runcorn in Summer 2016. Discover nine centuries of history through storytelling, ancient artefact handling, games and dressing up.
Free, drop-in
Explore it!
Sat 4 June, 11-3pm
The Discovery Box
Can you communicate using only pictures? Create your own words and stories using hieroglyphics and emojis!
Collage it!
Sat 4 June, 11-3pm
The Art Box
Create collages inspired by work in the First Ladies exhibition.
