Event:Volunteering Taster Sessions!
To celebrate National Volunteers' Week, we’re inviting you to 'have a go' at volunteering at the National Slate Museum by trying out some different activities!
GET INVOLVED IN RAG-RUGGING!
Thursday 1 June 1pm-4pm
Our Rag Rug volunteers meet regularly in the Chief Engineer’s house to help recreate rag rugs for our historic houses.
Come and see what they’re up to before heading over to our craft space to try for yourself.
You can spend as much or as little time as you want with us, everyone is welcome!
No prior experience of rag-rugging needed!
*Drop-in sessions. No booking needed!*
MAINTAINING OUR HISTORIC MACHINERY!
Wednesday 7 June 10am-12.30pm or 1.30-4pm.
We have to regularly clean and oil the machinery on display in the Museum.
To celebrate National Volunteers' Week, we're inviting you along to help us!
Get up close and personal with our machinery to help us preserve the collection for future generations.
No previous experience necessary, training will be provided. Please ensure you're happy to get your hands dirty.
The session is scheduled to last for two and a half hours. This includes a health and safety briefing, kitting up and a short rest break in the middle.
Places MUST be registered in advance. Book your place here: https://my.museum.wales/overview/5033
Information
Rag rug making at the National Slate Museum
Industrial Machinery Workshops at the National Slate Museum
Plan your visit
Opening Hours
18 March - 3 November 2024
Open Daily 10am - 5pm
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. For safety reasons, we reserve the right to conduct bag searches when entering the museum.
Eat, drink, shop
- Our coffee shop serves a small range of hot and cold drinks, cakes and snacks.
- The Museum shop will be open during your visit.
- You are welcome to bring a picnic to the Museum.
Location Parking
Ample parking nearby, for cars and coaches. Please note there is a charge for the carpark.
Padarn Country Park car park is owned and operated by Gwynedd Council. The parking costs £4.50 – and there is a card facility payment. (www.paybyphone.co.uk/ or use the paybyphone app / Location 804552) If you can only pay by cash please be aware that we are unable to supply change at this time.
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