Whitgift Square will be brought to life this February by a vibrant pop-up art space, Wiggle Wonderland. The brightly coloured, timber pavilion features artwork by local artists Skye Baker and Rebecca Sainsot-Reynolds, created in collaboration with local schools and youth groups. The space is free to explore and will be open throughout half term until Sunday 2nd March. No booking is required.
Running alongside the Wiggle Wonderland exhibition will be a fun-filled programme of free workshops, for children of all ages. Throughout half-term children will be able to get crafty with sustainability inspired inflatable arts, illustrative sign-making and newspaper making through collage and printmaking. Limited spaces are available here.
Changing Seasons: Free Afternoon Activities
Ahead of the main Changing Seasons performance on Saturday 15th February, join the London Mozart Players for a free afternoon showcase in the public, open spaces of Fairfield Halls. From 2pm to 7pm enjoy a range of performances from sea shanty singers and flamenco dancing and get involved in craft making and face painting activities. No booking is required.
The vintage toy museum opens every Saturday from 11-4pm in the Whitgift Centre, displaying a magical collection of toys spanning multiple generations. Alongside the exhibition, Pollocks will hold two special toy theatre performances at 12 noon and 2pm on February 22nd. No booking is required.
Creative Workshops with The Museum of Croydon
Join the Museum of Croydon for a week of creative workshops with artist Arzu Taylan Ersoz, exploring Croydon’s people, places, and sounds. Sessions to enjoy in Croydon town centre, include portrait collages of famous Croydonians and iconic landmark creations! More information is available here.
