Bram Stoker Festival - Family Halloween Workshop: Making Faces!

Bram Stoker Festival - Family Halloween Workshop: Making Faces!

What to expect

Bram Stoker Festival: Making Faces! Family Mask-Making Workshop

Free family drop-in workshop.
No booking required.

Design and create your own Halloween-inspired mask at this family drop-in workshop led by visual artist Carrie Lynam. Inspired by objects featured in the Museum’s self-guided Halloween trail, participants will explore colour, texture, and creative techniques while making unique faces or characters in the Creativity Hub at Collins Barracks. What You’ll Experience

  • Design and create a unique Halloween mask
  • Experiment with colour, texture, and a variety of art materials
  • Take inspiration from objects featured in the Museum’s family Halloween trail
  • Enjoy a hands-on workshop facilitated by visual artist Carrie Lynam

Who Is This Event For?

  • Families and children interested in art, creativity, Halloween, and museum collections
  • Most suitable for children aged 7–12 years

All children must be fully supervised by a parent or guardian while on the premises.

Dates & Times

  • Sunday, 25 October – 13:30 to 15:00

Last entry at 14:30. Places allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Location

Creativity Hub, National Museum of Ireland – Collins Barracks
Benburb Street, Dublin 7, D07 XKV4
Meeting Point: Creativity Hub, located off Clarke Square

Accessibility Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • The Creativity Hub is located on the ground floor, off Clarke Square
  • Accessible toilets are available in Museum Reception
  • Please contact [email protected] for specific access queries

Booking Information

  • Free
  • No booking required
  • Drop-in event. Places allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Last entry at 14:30

Meet the Facilitator

Carrie Lynam is a visual artist and experienced arts educator. Her work has been exhibited nationally and internationally and is held in collections at The National Museum of Scotland and Kilkenny County Council.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book in advance?
No. This is a drop-in event and no booking is required. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

How long does the event last?
The workshop runs from 13:30 to 15:00. Individual masks take approximately 25 minutes to make. Last entry at 14:30

Is the event suitable for children?
Yes. The workshop is most suitable for children aged 7–12 years. All children must be supervised by a parent or guardian.

Where do I go when I arrive?
Please make your way to the Creativity Hub, located on the ground floor off Clarke Square at the National Museum of Ireland – Collins Barracks.

Topics

Craft

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