Queenie and the Pooka

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Come and join us at our “Traditions” Family Day to Celebrate the new “Plants of the Quran” exhibition and Gypsy Traveller “Dream and Songs to Sing” exhibition.

Performance of “Queenie and the Pooka” by Spin Arts

This mesmerising tale uses dance, music and object theatre to capture the imaginations of big and little kids alike.

11-11.45am and 1-1.45pm- panelled gallery upstairs. Suitable for families/ all ages. Free.

Please e-mail nicola.fox@bradford.gov.uk to book a ticket. There will be tickets available on the day as well.

Collaborative art piece- “design a Vardo”- Gypsy Traveller Exhibition. 11am-3pm. Drop in. Free. Suitable for families.

Meet Sue Wickison, the artist from “plants of the Quran” at our draw – along session. Drop-in. Grab some pencils/ colours and have a go at sketching herbs and plants in the Magic Room.

11.30am-1.30pm

Mix your own henna paste and make a henna design or make a scented herb posy to take home. 11am –12.30pm and 1.30pm- 3pm.- Learning Room

Pick up a self- led trail and explore plants in our collections.

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  • Queenie and the Pooka Trailer by Spin Arts

“Traditions” Family Day

Type:Family Event

Cartwright Hall, Lister Park, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD9 4NS

Opening Times

Season (22 June 2024)
DayTimes
Saturday11:00 - 15:00

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