City of Newcastle has launched a new hands-on program designed to spark curiosity, creativity and connection at Newcastle Museum.
Led by resident artist and educator Ken O'Regan, the Make N Do workshops encourage participants to get their creative juices flowing with guided and open-ended activities inspired by history, science and the Museum's current exhibitions.
Local artist Ken O'Regan guides participants through creative activities during the Make N Do workshops at Newcastle Museum
City of Newcastle Director of Museum, Archive, Libraries and Learning Julie Baird said Make N Do is part of the Museum's commitment to offering creative, inclusive spaces that foster community connection.
"Make N Do gives adults permission to create for the sake of creativity," Ms Baird.
"It invites people to step away from their screens, slow down and explore the joy of making something with our hands.
"When we make, we shift our focus, calm the mind and open new neural pathways. It's not about skill level or perfection, it's about curiosity, experimentation and connection.
"Our programs at Newcastle Museum are always well-received and highly valued by the community. We know hands-on workshops like this bring people together in meaningful ways and provide a fun, welcoming space for adults to explore their creativity."
The workshop series kicked off on Thursday 13 November, and will run each Thursday until 4 December, taking inspiration from the Model Newcastle exhibition.
Participants at the first session were invited to design and build miniature homes or imaginative structures using everyday recyclable materials.
Following the first four weeks, Make N Do will continue as an ongoing series in 2026, while group bookings and tailored workshops for community and disability support groups are also available on request.
The free workshops run from 2pm to 4pm on each Thursday, with all materials provided. Bookings are essential via the Museum's website
