Bead Making Workshop
About this event
Throughout the day we will be offering a creative Viking Bead Making workshops. Children will learn about the ancient craft of glass bead making and will create and design their own necklaces or bracelets to take home, with an easy to use polymer clay! Places are limited so reserve your ticket online now! The Big Dig at Timahoe Heritage Festival 2024 is supported by The Heritage Council as part of the Laois Heritage and Biodiversity Strategy 2021 – 2026.
About The School of Irish Archaeology
The School of Irish Archaeology is proud to introduce their workshops and bead making is designed around children from 5 – 12 years of age.
Our mission is to educate young people about Ireland’s rich ancient culture. We bring the past to life through practical, interactive experiences in a hands-on learning environment. Our workshops are original and dynamic concept, which allows children to explore the excitement of archaeology in a fun and enjoyable setting.
We ensure this educational and one of a kind experience won’t leave your children disappointed. We guarantee it will leave them wanting to know much more about ancient crafts and technologies and who our ancient ancestors were!
FAQs
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Yes
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Yes
Is it okay if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends
Yes
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event
Ages 5 – 12
What time to arrive at?
At least 10 minutes before the event
Please Note: Parents must stay with their children at all times during the event
Book Your Free Workshop
Hourly Schedule
Saturday June 1st
- 12:00pm - 12:40pm
- Bead Making Workshop
- Session 1
- 12:40pm - 1:20pm
- Bead Making Workshop
- Session 2
- 1:20pm - 2:00pm
- Bead Making Workshop
- Session 3
- 2:20pm - 3:00pm
- Bead Making Workshop
- Session 4
- 3:00pm - 3:30pm
- Bead Making Workshop
- Session 5
- 3:30pm - 4:00pm
- Bead Making Workshop
- Session 6
Sunday June 2nd
- 12:00pm - 12:40pm
- Bead Making Workshop
- Session 1
- 12:40pm - 1:20pm
- Bead Making Workshop
- Session 2
- 1:20pm - 2:00pm
- Bead Making Workshop
- Session 3
- 2:20pm - 3:00pm
- Bead Making Workshop
- Session 4
- 3:00pm - 3:30pm
- Bead Making Workshop
- Session 5
- 3:30pm - 4:00pm
- Bead Making Workshop
- Session 6