Family Day: Cultures of the World at Bellevue Arts Museum - Sunday, January 19th 2013 from 12-4pm

What fun!

Family Day: Cultures of the World

12pm to 4pm

Come celebrate the new year at Bellevue Arts Museum with art activities, demonstrations, and performances featuring some amazing cultures from around the world. 

Ages 4 ‐ 12. 

Free

Activities:

Hawaiian Paper Leis

Create your own Hawaiian Flower Lei, similar to those worn by traditional Hawaiian performers.

Indian Diya Lamps

Use clay, jewels and shimmering paints to create a sparkling Diya, a traditional oil lamp used on special occasions in India.

Japanese Gyotaku Fish Rubbing

Learn the art of Gyotaku Fish Rubbing using paint and canvas to print your own colorful sea creature.

Japanese Kimono Dolls

Make your own paper doll to create a beautiful kimono inspired by traditional Japanese fashion.

Inuit Bird Hand Paintings

Create a personal Inuit Bird painting by tracing your hand to create feathers influenced by authentic Inuit drawings.

Australian Aboriginal Art

Create a picture of an Australian critter using paint and sponges inspired by traditional aboriginal art styles.

African Ankara Jewelry

Make a personal pendant with the same colorful fabric found in traditional African clothing.

Mexican Chick Cascarones

Make noise and celebrate with these adorable egg shakers, inspired by those used in Latin America to celebrated holidays and traditions.

Swedish Dala Horse Puppets

Learn about the Dala Horse legend and decorate your own colorful puppet with instructors from the Nordic Heritage Museum.

For more info. go here.