May Half Term Family Activities at Abbot Hall

Celebrate spring at Abbot Hall with creative, family-friendly activities running throughout the Easter holidays. From hands-on crafts to gallery adventures, there’s plenty to keep curious minds busy. 

Draw a Self-Portrait! 

Draw a self-portrait using the creative prompts and resources available in the Coffee bar in the Creative space. 

Perfect for all ages, this self-led activity is a great way for some creative reflection and it is free! 

What is Home? Facilitated Workshop 

Inspired by one of our summer exhibitions, The Paper Quilt Project, this workshop supports a creative exploration on the theme of ‘home’. Workshop will take place in The Paper Quilt Project exhibition in Gallery 6. 

Get tickets here.

Art Trail 

Follow Sully the Cat on a family-friendly journey through the galleries with our refreshed Art Trail. Activity prompts are available in every space, helping children (and grown-ups) look closely, ask questions and spot hidden details. 

Available on the Art Cart. Included with gallery admission.