Snowlace Wonders

28 June – 13 July | 10AM-4PM | Free | Drop in

Create a fun and colorful snowflake using cardboard, yarn, and basic weaving techniques. This activity helps kids develop fine motor skills, practice pattern-making, and explore creativity through a winter-themed craft!

Erebus Explorer: Landscape in a jar

30 June – 11 July | 10AM-4PM | $3 | Drop in

Inspired by artist Will Hadwen’s immersive canvases and his time in Antarctica, this activity invites children to learn about Mt Erebus and sculpt their own snowy volcano in a mock-snow globe.

Completed activity sheets for this activity will go into a draw for an icy adventure prize pack.

Twinkle with Mā Puaka

28 June – 05 July | 10AM-4PM | Free | Drop in

Design your very own star inspired by Matariki. Try to include something from one of our exhibitions in your star design – It could be a character, a special object, or even a fun pattern inspired by what you’ve seen.

Penguin Parade Collage

05 July – 13 July | 10AM-4PM | Free | Drop in

Inspired by our foyer wall artwork Negativland: Erebus by Will Hadwen, learn about Antarctic wildlife and create a fun, textured artwork using collage techniques.

Be a 1975 News Reporter

05 July – 13 July | 10AM-4PM | Free | Drop in

Explore life in Ashburton in 1975 through historical newspaper photographs and create a personal news story inspired by real moments from the past. This activity helps kids understand local history, practice creative writing, and express their ideas through drawing and storytelling.