Drum Making Workshop

Make your own hand drum with guidance and supplies from Clare Butterfly. Age 12+.
Ellis Nature Centre - Drum Making Workshop

Clare Butterfly, an Indigenous knowledge keeper, will be on our site on Saturday, July 27 to teach two hand drum creation workshops. With Clare’s guidance, participants will get to make their own hand drum using materials that Clare has harvested for the workshop. This workshop is beginner friendly and anyone aged 12+ is welcome to participate. Younger children are also welcome to participate so long as an adult is accompanying them to help them make their drum. Spots are limited to 15 people per session.

Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024
Time: 9am-1pm & 1:30-5:30pm
Location: Ellis Nature Centre
Cost: $150
Spots: 15

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