kids workshop
Half-Term Family Fun – craft stick dolls
John Muir’s Birthplace 126 High Street, Dunbar , East Lothian, United KingdomMake some really simple craft stick dolls and use them to put on your own play - the perfect way to spend a damp half term, and to use up scraps of material! We're happy to give you some John Muir stories to act out, or make up your own.
Weekend family fun – Craft stick dolls
John Muir’s Birthplace 126 High Street, Dunbar , East Lothian, United KingdomMake some really simple craft stick dolls and use them to put on your own play – the perfect way to spend a damp half term, and to use up scraps of material! We’re happy to give you some John Muir stories to act out, or make up your own.
Weekend Family Fun – Flower Wreaths
Drop in anytime to make a lovely flower wreath to give for Mother's Day. Colour in and decorate it with beautiful butterflies. Spring is just around the corner so take a butterfly identification sheet home with you to help you spot the butterflies that will soon be making our gardens and park come alive! Join... Read More
Weekend Family Fun – Frogs and Toads
John Muir learned to swim by watching the frogs in the ponds on his Wisconsin farm and copying them. To mark World River Day drop in any time to make your very own frog catching game - will your frog catch the fly for its dinner? Join us at 11am and 2.30pm on Saturday for... Read More
Weekend Family Fun – Swooping Sparrows
Did you know it was World Sparrow Day on 20th March? Make your very own sparrow and put it on a stick so it can swoop around your garden, this one is even allowed in the house! Join us at 11am and 2.30pm on Saturday for some birdie tales!
Easter Fun! Nature Diaries
John Muir’s Birthplace 126 High Street, Dunbar , East Lothian, United KingdomDrop in anytime from Fri 30 March - Thurs 5 April and learn how to make your own Nature Diary. Note down the first signs of spring you can find and keep note of anything unusual in your garden or local park. Find out how to personalise your diary so it reflects what you like to explore!
Summer Activity – Minibeast Mayhem
John Muir’s Birthplace 126 High Street, Dunbar , East Lothian, United KingdomWhat have minibeasts ever done for us? Come along to find out exactly how much trouble our planet would be in without these marvellous creatures. Call 01368 865899 to book. Suitable for ages 5 - 11.
School Holiday Family Fun – Valentine cards
John Muir’s Birthplace 126 High Street, Dunbar , East Lothian, United KingdomAt this time of year all thoughts turn to those we love! Why not stop by and make your own Valentine cards showing the things John Muir loved most in his life and the things you love.
Weekend Family Fun – To a Mouse (or bear!)
John Muir’s Birthplace 126 High Street, Dunbar , East Lothian, United KingdomJohn Muir was a huge fan of Robert Burns carried a copy of his poems everywhere he went. Make your own mouse finger puppet to take home. We also have a copy of 'To a Mouse' for you to read (or have read to you!) Alternatively, make a fridge magnet of the new 'Dunbar Bear'... Read More
February Holiday Drop-In – John’s Animal Heroes!
John Muir’s Birthplace 126 High Street, Dunbar , East Lothian, United KingdomJohn Muir recognised that we could learn a lot from the animal kingdom. Complete our trail around the Museum and receive some Scottish Wildlife Top Trumps if you get all the answers!
