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Faculty of Classics

 
Twilight with the Museums, discover free and low-cost activities this half term

This half-term, get crafty and help us transform our cast gallery into Hades, the Greek underworld. Let your creativity bloom as we turn part of our gallery into the Fields of Asphodel, an underworld meadow of colourful flowers. You can even come back to see your work on display as you explore the dark, magical realm of Hades at our evening Twilight opening the next day.

 

Who: CHYPPS members only

Booking: by invitation (CHYPPS members only)

£££: Free

Date: 
Tuesday, 14 February, 2023 - 14:00 to 16:00
Contact phone: 
01223 330402
Event location: 
Cast Gallery, Museum of Classical Archaeology

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