Enjoy Free Activities For December at Down County Museum
Take some time off from Christmas shopping and preparations with FREE activities at the Down County Museum on Saturdays through December.
TALES at 11.30, 1.30 and 2.30
Cosy up for some festive and seasonal tales by the fire with professional storytellers Karen Edwards and Janice Witherspoon. The whole family will be transported through time and imagination to discover stories of winter and legend in the atmospheric surroundings of our old gaol.
The storytelling runs for 30-40 minutes. Places are strictly limited, so please arrive early to avoid disappointment.
TUNES 2.00
Local musician Deborah Fitzsimons joins us to perform a festive set on Saturday 3rd and 10th, and for the 17th December only, we will be welcoming the Newtownards Silver Band. The music starts at 2.00. There will be something everyone in the family can sing along to!
TOYS All day
Challenge yourself to find all of the Toys and Treasures we have on display through our museum in our gallery hunt. You might even earn yourself a little reward…
We’ve created a mini exhibition of presents from the past. Find out what gifts from the collection our staff connected with, and get nostalgic about your favourite presents of times gone by.
Or help us deck the halls by creating Christmas decorations in our craft area. You can take something handmade home, or place it on one of our special museum Christmas trees, to help share some sparkle with other visitors. Crafts run from 10.30 to 3.00 each day.
TREATS All day
We’re working with local suppliers to bring you a selection of tasty treats to help enjoy the festivities. Take a seat in our “honesty café” and enjoy the views and atmosphere.
