Children's Craft Activities at Shire Hall
When? 16 Feb 2026 to 20 Feb 2026
Where? Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum - Dorchester
Discover a week of creative children’s craft activities with our lovely volunteers at Shire Hall Courthouse Museum!
Young visitors can explore ideas around kindness, social justice, citizenship, and caring for the planet through hands-on making and design. From friendship bracelets and posters to pop-up cards with environmental messages and protest badges to express ideas, these relaxed drop-in sessions will encourage creativity, conversation, and confidence while having fun together.
Monday 16th February – Friday 20th February 10.30am-12.00pm
FREE for children aged 5-12, accompanied by an adult with a Shire Hall Museum admission ticket.
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Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum
High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1UY, DT1 1UY
Tel: 01305 261849
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