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Mirror maker’s workshop

Where
State Library of NSW
State Library of NSW
Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000
John B Fairfax Learning Centre
When

Wednesday 21 January from 10am to 12pm

Cost

Child: $10.00Accompanying Adult: Free

We’re busting out the cardboard, coloured paper, glue and mirrors!

Join us for this workshop at the State Library of NSW, to design a colourful freeform cardboard frame for a mirror that you will want to put on display.  

We will also visit the Library’s Paintings Galleries to get some inspiration from the frames on display.  

All materials supplied. Suitable for children aged 8–12 years.  

Meet for this workshop outside the John B Fairfax Learning Centre, Mitchell Building, Ground Level of the State Library of NSW.

All children must be accompanied by a parent or carer.

Contact event organiser

State Library of NSW

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