Are you excited to explore Islamic art, culture and history? Join us at the Islamic Museum of Australia for our unforgettable Spring School Holiday Program that promises to inspire, educate, and entertain! This holiday program is designed to provide children of all backgrounds with a unique opportunity to explore the rich and diverse Islamic heritage through engaging and interactive experiences, including terracotta pot painting, clock making, carpet weaving, and more!
Scroll down to see what’s on and to book.
Make a Mini Persian Carpet
Saturday, 16 September | 10 – 11:30am
$15 per person
Suitable for ages 6+
Learn a time-honoured craft and weave a mini Persian rug using a cardboard loom and a kaleidoscope of colourful yarn.
Paint a Pot
Wednesday, 20 September | 10am – 12pm
$20 per person
Suitable for ages 8+
Personalise your own terracotta pot and saucer using vibrant colours and intricate designs inspired by Islamic art and patterns.
DIY Solar Lanterns (Ivanhoe Library)
Wednesday, 20 September | 3 – 4pm
Free
Suitable for ages 5 – 12
Make solar lanterns inspired by Egyptian fanous with us at Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub.
Mashrabiya Lamps
Friday, 22 September | 10 – 11am
$20 per child
Suitable for ages 8+
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Islamic architecture with our Mashrabiya Lamp workshop.
Doll Making: Kemal the Camel
Friday, 22 September | 3 – 4:30pm
$20 per child
Suitable for ages 10+
Sew and stuff your own camel doll and gain a deeper appreciation for the untold stories and contributions of Afghan cameleers.
Make a Clock
Wednesday, 27 September | 10am – 12pm
$15 per child
Suitable for ages 10+
Travel through time with us as you craft your own clock inspired by engineering superstar Al-Jazari.
Miniature Painting: Arabesque
Wednesday, 27 September | 2 – 4pm
$15 per child
Suitable for ages 10+
Create your own version of a beautiful watercolour miniature painting inspired by the Islamic miniatures in manuscripts and royal documents.
Our 2023 Spring School Holiday Program is supported by:
