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Art-Science Workshops

Enjoy a range of free workshops with local artists and explore the connections between art and science. 

 

 

 

 

Felting Nature
EVENT DETAILS
When: Sunday 12 August
11am, 12.15pm, 1:30pm
1hr duration
Where: Main Foyer, Ground floor
Cost: Free. Limited places.
Bookings essential on 08 8207 7090

Use felt to explore colour and texture. Experience the tactile nature of felting and allow the organic movement of the fibre to create beautiful and unique images inspired by the natural world. Best suited to 7+ years - adults. Presented by textile artist Barbara Binns. Places are limited.

An Explorer's Journal
EVENT DETAILS
When: Sunday 12 August
11am & 1.15pm
1hr & 45min duration
Where: Biodiversity Gallery, Level 2
Cost: Free. Limited places.
Bookings essential on 08 8207 7090

Create and bind your own journal filled with your sketches of the natural world inspired by the museum's collections. Best suited to 5-16 years. Presented by local artist James Parker. Places are limited.

Weird and Wonderful Wire Insects
EVENT DETAILS
When: Sunday 12 August
11.30am-3pm
Drop-in activity
Where: South Australian Museum
Cost: Free. Limited places.

Make your own insect using wire, based on some of the amazing insects in the Museum's collection. Suited to all ages. Presented by local artist Judith Sweetman. Drop-in activity, limited places.

Mammal Mash-Ups
EVENT DETAILS
When: Sunday 12 August
11am-3pm
Drop-in activity
Where: World Mammals Gallery,
Ground floor
Cost: Free.

What do you get when you mix a leopard's spots, an elephant's tail and a monkey's head? A mammal mash-up! Create your own in this fun drawing activity. 



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