Tuesday, September 15, 2020
By: Sean Evans, education intern
Mandalas are geometric patterns that are often used as symbols in a variety of spiritual traditions. Typically they feature a radial design that is made of intricate geometric patterns. Taking inspiration from mandalas, this DIY...
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By: Laura Westmoreland, Associate Educator for Adult & Community Programs
Capture the colors of early spring in a collage of pressed leaves and flowers. This simple and versatile project can be done individually or as a family. Discover what colors are in your own backyard!
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By: Liesl Mahoney, Associate Educator for School & Family Programs
With so many things—including schools—being closed, the phrase “I’m bored” is becoming a common one in many households. But this fun Activity Jar project can help drive those feelings away! Not only is making the jar fun, but when it is complete you can fill it with both...
Continue ReadingTuesday, March 31, 2020
By: Laura Westmoreland, Associate Educator for Adult & Community Programs
Fun meets fashion! Be inspired by the bright colors of spring and brighten up bandanas, napkins, t-shirts and more with colorful effects using permanent markers and rubbing alcohol. All ages can create designs, but adult supervision required—these vibrant designs won’t wash out!
Continue ReadingFriday, July 12, 2019
By: Brianna Cronin, Intern
I’m Brianna Cronin, an intern in the Brandywine River Museum’s Research Center. One of the projects I’ve worked on this summer included going through the museum’s collection of materials from the American illustrator, Nancy Burkert.
Continue ReadingWednesday, July 10, 2019
By: Charissa Skoutelas, Brandywine River Museum of Art Intern
The Violet Oakley-Elizabeth Shippen Green-Jessie Wilcox Collection in The Walter & Leonore Annenberg Research Center at the Brandywine River Museum of Art comprises the work of three female artists of the early 20th century who began their careers under the tutelage of Howard...
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