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The Wonder Workshop

21 July - 25 August 2026
12:30-2pm
Included in general admission

An artist-led workshop encouraging young people to explore museum objects with curiosity.

The Wonder Workshop is a hands-on session for curious young people aged 10–16 at The Bowes Museum.

Designed for those who enjoy asking questions and looking more closely, the workshop explores stories behind objects in the museum’s collection, from how mechanisms work to the meaning of symbols in paintings and iconic pieces such as the Silver Swan.

Blending art with ideas from science, technology, engineering and maths, participants are encouraged to think creatively, investigate how things are made and develop their own interpretations.

Sessions take place on 21 & 28 July and 4, 11, 18 & 25 August, from 12:30–2pm, offering an engaging summer holiday opportunity for young people to dig deeper, share ideas and explore the museum in a thoughtful, creative way.

Included in museum admission. Under 18, full time students and carers go free.

This listing is supplied by one of our museum partners and is not moderated by Art Fund.

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Address

The Bowes Museum

Newgate, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8NP
01833 690606

Opening times

Mon – Sun, 10am – 5pm Closed 25, 26 Dec and 1 Jan

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