Junior Makers Workshops

Step into the past and bring history to life with the Junior Makers Workshop series – perfect for curious minds looking to get creative and hands-on!

students visit the printing office at The Village at Black Creek
student learns traditional crafts from a costumed historian at The Village at Black Creek

Each session takes inspiration from past skills, techniques, and materials to create a one-of-a-kind item for you to take home!

Junior Makers Workshops at The Village are:

  • Best suited for children 6+ with their caregiver
  • Beginner level and introduce skills

Please note: Workshop ticket includes admission to the Village at Black Creek on the day of the event. Accompanying adults must purchase admission tickets.

Upcoming Workshops

Special Event Workshop!
HIGH SEAS SHIPBUILDING
Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $44.35

Ahoy matey! Create a pirate ship using upcycled wood pieces. Add your custom flag to make it fit for the high seas.

Your workshop ticket includes free admission to explore The Village.

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PLAY PALS
Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15, 2025 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $40.00

These characters are stuffed with history! Use scrap materials to design and assemble your own mini you.

Your workshop ticket includes free admission to explore The Village.

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ARRESTING POSTERS
Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13, 2025 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $40.00

Printing techniques have long been crucial in communication. Design, press, and print a custom “wanted” poster in this workshop.

Your workshop ticket includes free admission to explore The Village.

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OUT OF THE BLUE BOX
Saturday, August 16 and Sunday, August 17, 2025 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $40.00

Don’t miss your chance to explore cyanotype photography. Connect with nature and capture your stunning arrangements using nothing but paper and the sun.

Your workshop ticket includes free admission to explore The Village.

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Special Event Workshop!
WEAVE IT!
Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21, 2025 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $44.35

Turn simple fabric into a piece of artwork!

Your workshop ticket includes free admission to explore The Village.

REGISTER NOW FOR THIS WORKSHOP