Glimmer and Gold
- DATE:
- TIME:
- 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
- SPEAKER:
- Museum Educator
Get a close look at the glittering objects in the exhibition Gold: Enduring Power, Sacred Craft, and learn how this special metal was used across different time periods and cultures. Afterward, try your hand at making your own jewelry and artwork using gold painted beads, scratch art and foil.
EVENT DETAILS
- Fee:
- Free with museum admission. This activity is designed for families with children ages 4–12.
- Details:
- No reservations needed.
- Location:
- Meets in Entrance Gallery
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