Join members of the Education Team to find out about Spring customs and traditions and make a St. Brigid's Cross, through a mix of online video and live interaction.
Activity at a Glance
Level: All Classes
Group Size: Classroom Size
Location: Virtual Session MS TEAMS
Duration: 60 minutes, 3 parts
10 minutes: Video (YouTube link)
40 minutes: Workshop (MS TEAMS)
10 minutes: Q & A
Availability: 25th and 26th January
Times: 10am to 11am or 11.30am to 12.30pm
Booking: Booking required
Accessibility: Hands-on
Materials: Rushes/ String/ Scissors
Bookings and Information:
To book the St Brigid's Cross workshop contact the Bookings and Information Office at educationtph@museum.ie
Curriculum Links:
- History
- Art
- Science
Learning Outcomes:
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Discuss festivals in general; identify the reasons why St Brigid crosses were made.
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Know the time of year they were produced, recognize the material used to make them and see the different styles of crosses.
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Learn how to make a four strand St. Brigids Cross and receive appropriate guidance leading to a completed project.