Cracking fun at Swansea Museum this Easter

April 9, 2009 - PRLog -- CHILDREN have the chance to let their imaginations run riot at Swansea Museum this Easter.

Sessions are being made available for both adults and little ones to decorate two specially made beach huts with anything related to Swansea or the seaside.

Swansea Council staff at the Museum are behind the idea and the workshops will have old buckets and spades, photos and bathing costumes from the past to serve as artistic inspiration.

The fun starts on Thursday April 16 from 10am to 4pm for adults when local artist Mary Hayman will be on hand to give tips and guidance.

Drop-in sessions for families and children are also being held on April 17 and April 19 from 10am to 4pm where local artists Rhiannon Morgan and Jonathan Powell will be available to help.

The decorated huts will be displayed at Swansea Museum, Swansea Central Library and at other venues across the city in the near future.

Cllr Graham Thomas, Swansea Council's Cabinet Member for Culture, Recreation and Tourism, said: "A lot of effort goes into the organisation of both indoor and outdoor events over the school holidays to make sure boredom is kept at bay.

"These events at Swansea Museum will spark the imagination and will also allow the opportunity to peruse the historical artefacts and exhibitions on display there.

"It's one of the oldest attractions of its kind in Wales and a treasure trove of information and fun."

Call Swansea Museum on 01792 653763 or visit http://www.swansea.gov.uk/swanseamuseum for more information on these events or to book your place.

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