Fall Fun Story Hour Pop-Ups: Pumpkins Everywhere!
Join us throughout September and October and explore the natural world through stories, crafts, and fun fall activities in a landscape that inspired writers and environmentalists! Stop by the historic site for a free pop-up story hour where we’ll read nature inspired children’s books and do a simple craft together!… Read More
Maker Space: Winter Break
Investigate ideas and unique materials inspired by themes and artists on view in the Sculpture Park. Find your own approach or collaborate to construct creative works of art. Join us for a short time or the entire drop-in window. For any age and an accompanying adult – all are welcome. Read More
Nature Journaling with Nanci Worthington
Join New Marlborough artist and NEGSI member, Nanci Worthington as she guides you through nature journaling sessions at Bartholomew’s Cobble. Nanci will teach you how to observe nature and your surroundings and capture what you see, hear and feel on paper. This group is for everyone– self proclaimed naturalists, bird… Read More
CraneExplorer: Coastal Holiday Crafts
This holiday season, give a gift from the sea! Beach treasures make beautiful holiday ornaments, jewelry, and keepsakes. Join this workshop to take a beach walk to collect coastal treasures and then make some coastal crafts with our educators. Bring your own shells and beach treasures and we will provide… Read More
Make and Mingle: Needle Felted Snowmen
Relax and unwind with friends and family while creating your very own needle-felted snowmen while enjoying some festive, bubbly refreshments! Watch as a festive, fuzzy, snowman comes to life as you turn simple wool roving into a holiday masterpiece. Your new friend can find a home hanging on the… Read More
CraneExplorer: Coastal Holiday Crafts
This holiday season, give a gift from the sea! Beach treasures make beautiful holiday ornaments, jewelry, and keepsakes. Join this workshop to take a beach walk to collect coastal treasures and then make some coastal crafts with our educators. Bring your own shells and beach treasures and we will provide… Read More
Holiday Wreath Making with Derby Farms
Transform your home this holiday season with a stunning, handcrafted wreath that you’ll create from an array of lush evergreen boughs! Join us for an inspiring workshop led by a skilled instructor, who will share essential techniques for crafting a beautiful festive wreath. Once you’ve learned the basics, it’s your… Read More
Talismans: Pysanky Gift Making
Discover the Art, Symbolism, and Joy of Pysanky! Step into the rich tradition of Ukrainian pysanky—intricately decorated eggs that symbolize life, protection, and renewal. More than just beautiful objects, pysanky are steeped in ancient beliefs: the egg itself represents the origin of life, while every symbol… Read More
Make and Mingle: Collaged Ornaments
Kick off the holiday season by enjoying time with family and friends as you create your own historically inspired ornaments while enjoying some festive, bubbly refreshments! Using the Victorian art of decoupage, create your own unique ornament decorated with winter motifs, perfect for hanging on the tree, giving as… Read More
Nature Journaling with Nanci Worthington
Join New Marlborough artist and NEGSI member, Nanci Worthington as she guides you through nature journaling sessions at Bartholomew’s Cobble. Nanci will teach you how to observe nature and your surroundings and capture what you see, hear and feel on paper. This group is for everyone– self proclaimed naturalists, bird… Read More
Color Theory in Nature with Kimberly Collins Jermain
Landscape painter, teacher, and author, Kimberly Collins Jermain, returns to deCordova to share her new book, ”Nature of Color: Your Field Guide to Exploring Color in the Natural World”. This program blends color theory, observation, and Kimberly’s personal methods for capturing the subtle shifts in the landscape. Through guided close… Read More
Colorful Accordion Books
Taking inspiration from the colorful world around us, and artist Brece Honeycutt’s new accordion book installation “anything but drab,” stop by the Family Learning Center in the Fruitlands Farmhouse to make your own accordion booklet! Using a template, create your own rainbow of words and images inspired by the… Read More