Celebrate the reopening of Alfred East Gallery this half term with spooky activities – all inspired by artworks in Kettering’s art collection.
Be afraid… be very afraid! We’re welcoming all little terrors into the Gallery for a terrifying – but fun! – series of creative activities for the whole family. Visit Kettering’s art gallery, see the exhibitions, be inspired by art… then make something truly horrifying!
Clay Play: Creepy but Cute Cupcakes
Inspired by the magical and playful “January Pantomime” by James Fitton, create a clay cupcake complete with sprinkles of creativity and extra spookiness for Halloween.
- Wednesday 28th October
- Session 1: 10.15am – 11.15am
- Session 2: 11.45am – 12.45am
- In the Kate Pierce Studio
- £5 per child
- Suitable for ages 5+
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Booking required. Please book here
Halloween Horror Foam Masks
Make your own Halloween costume mask in time for Halloween and become whoever you want to be!
- Thursday 29th October
- Session 1: 10.15am – 11.15am
- Session 2: 11.45am – 12.45am
- In the Kate Pierce Studio
- £4 per child
- Suitable for ages 3+
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Booking required. Please book here
Family Fun Day! Magical “Faces & Places”
Easy craft activities to enjoy at your own pace! Rotate around different making stations to create your own collection of Halloween creations. Explore the rest of the Gallery and Library with family trails, dress up, lucky dip, and games.
- Friday 30th October
- 10am – 3pm
- In the Kate Pierce Studio
- Suitable for all ages
- FREE
- No booking required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
And don’t forget: Doodler’s Art Club returns for a spooky-themed doodling session on Saturday 31st October.
Main image: “Study for Death the Bride” by Thomas Cooper Gotch.