Garden to Broom: Learn Broom making at Dundurn Castle – Hamilton ON
October 4 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Join me and discover the art of broom making this fall at Dundurn National Historic Site, Hamilton in this hands-on crafting workshop!
Your visit begins in Dundurn’s Historic Kitchen Garden, where you’ll see how broom materials are prepared. Next, head inside, where Amy will guide you through a step-by-step workshop to learn the basics of broom making, create a set of kitchen tools, and design and decorate a triple-style hand broom adorned with beautiful dried flowers straight from Dundurn’s Historic Kitchen Garden.
Event Highlights
- Enjoy some time in Dundurn’s Historic Kitchen Garden and see how broom materials are prepared.
- Learn broom making techniques with expert step-by-step guidance.
- Create a set of three handmade tools and decorate a triple-style hand broom to take home.
- Personalize your creation with beautiful dried flowers from Dundurn’s Historic Kitchen Garden.
- Ages: 14+
- Supplies: All materials are included in the workshop fee.
- Attire: Broom making is a physical activity, so please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes.
- Contact: 905-546-2424, ext. 3168 or museums@hamilton.ca