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Causeway Coast and Glens Museum Services welcomes over 400 children to Ballymoney Museum for ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ Workshops

Causeway Coast and Glens Museum Services welcomes over 400 children to Ballymoney Museum for ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ Workshops

Tue, December 03, 2024

Council’s Museum Services were delighted to welcome over 400 children to its recent workshops held in conjunction with Ballymoney Museums ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ exhibition.

The children took part in a series of exciting hands-on workshops which were facilitated alongside The Active Learning Company. Throughout the week, children, teachers and parents immersed themselves in a variety of engaging activities including puzzles, clay modelling, games, dress-up, and crafts.

Each child received their own photo badge as a unique keepsake of their visit, a special memento in memory of what was given to visitors to the Causeway Safari Park at Benvarden when it was in operation.

Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Ciarán McQuillan who officially opened the exhibition earlier this year said: “It’s wonderful for local children to participate in workshops such as this, where they have the opportunity to learn about the Borough they live in.

“Thank you to Council’s Museums team for arranging this and also to the parents, teachers and groups who brought the children along, it was fantastic to see this initiative so well supported.”

Council’s Museum Officer Jamie Austin expressed her delight, adding: “It has been wonderful to see so many children from across the Borough enjoying the experience and getting hands-on with history.

“They’ve really embraced their creativity and it’s been a joy to watch children of all ages engage with the activities. The keepsake badges were a lovely touch, providing them with a reminder of the fun and learning they’ve enjoyed at the museum.”

Thank you to the schools and groups who took part in these workshops from St. Columba’s P.S Kilrea, Ballytober P.S, Ballymoney Model Integrated P.S, Faughanvale P.S, Carnalridge P.S, Bushvalley P.S, Balnamore P.S, North Coast Christian Co-op, Kilrea P.S, Ballysally P.S, St.Peter’s and St.Pauls P.S Foreglen, Lislagan P.S and St.Brigid’s P.S Ballymoney.

Looking ahead, Causeway Coast and Glens Museum Services is excited to announce their next family-friendly event:

‘Santa on Safari’ – Thursday, 12th December, drop-in between 4pm – 8pm at Ballymoney Museum

Join us for a festive evening full of holiday cheer, with Santa letter writing, Christmas decoration making, crafts and, of course, a visit from Santa Claus himself. This event is free to attend and perfect for children and families looking to get into the Christmas spirit.

To ensure your visit is extra special, be sure to let Santa know you’re coming!

Check out Causeway Coast and Glens Museum Services Facebook page for how to book or click here. 

For further information please contact museums@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk or phone 028 2766 0230.

Over 400 children, teachers and parents took part in a series of exciting hands-on workshops, held in conjunction with Ballymoney Museums ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ exhibition. Facilitated by The Active Learning Company, children immersed themselves in a variety of engaging activities including puzzles, clay modelling, games, dress-up, and crafts. Over 400 children, teachers and parents took part in a series of exciting hands-on workshops, held in conjunction with Ballymoney Museums ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ exhibition. Facilitated by The Active Learning Company, children immersed themselves in a variety of engaging activities including puzzles, clay modelling, games, dress-up, and crafts. Over 400 children, teachers and parents took part in a series of exciting hands-on workshops, held in conjunction with Ballymoney Museums ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ exhibition. Facilitated by The Active Learning Company, children immersed themselves in a variety of engaging activities including puzzles, clay modelling, games, dress-up, and crafts. Over 400 children, teachers and parents took part in a series of exciting hands-on workshops, held in conjunction with Ballymoney Museums ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ exhibition. Facilitated by The Active Learning Company, children immersed themselves in a variety of engaging activities including puzzles, clay modelling, games, dress-up, and crafts. Over 400 children, teachers and parents took part in a series of exciting hands-on workshops, held in conjunction with Ballymoney Museums ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ exhibition. Facilitated by The Active Learning Company, children immersed themselves in a variety of engaging activities including puzzles, clay modelling, games, dress-up, and crafts. Over 400 children, teachers and parents took part in a series of exciting hands-on workshops, held in conjunction with Ballymoney Museums ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ exhibition. Facilitated by The Active Learning Company, children immersed themselves in a variety of engaging activities including puzzles, clay modelling, games, dress-up, and crafts. Over 400 children, teachers and parents took part in a series of exciting hands-on workshops, held in conjunction with Ballymoney Museums ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ exhibition. Facilitated by The Active Learning Company, children immersed themselves in a variety of engaging activities including puzzles, clay modelling, games, dress-up, and crafts. Over 400 children, teachers and parents took part in a series of exciting hands-on workshops, held in conjunction with Ballymoney Museums ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ exhibition. Facilitated by The Active Learning Company, children immersed themselves in a variety of engaging activities including puzzles, clay modelling, games, dress-up, and crafts. Over 400 children, teachers and parents took part in a series of exciting hands-on workshops, held in conjunction with Ballymoney Museums ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ exhibition. Facilitated by The Active Learning Company, children immersed themselves in a variety of engaging activities including puzzles, clay modelling, games, dress-up, and crafts. Over 400 children, teachers and parents took part in a series of exciting hands-on workshops, held in conjunction with Ballymoney Museums ‘A Causeway Safari Tale’ exhibition. Facilitated by The Active Learning Company, children immersed themselves in a variety of engaging activities including puzzles, clay modelling, games, dress-up, and crafts.
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