Monthly Craft: Paper Slip Pumpkins and Marigold Tissue Garlands

PROGRAM DETAILS: When Thurs-Sun, Oct 1-Nov 1, 2026 | 10 AM-4 PM, during open hours Location NUMU | 106 E. Main Street Cost Free with admission This program is self-led and drop-in. No registration is required. Treat yourself to art this October at NUMU by making paper slip pumpkins and marigold tissue garlands. Visit our MakerSpace to create your own pumpkin using silly scissors and slips of colorful paper. Then, make a hanging garland of marigolds from tissue paper and pipe cleaners. These crafts are perfect for the autumnal festivities. Paper Halloween decorations first entered American pop culture in the 1920s, made popular because of mass production and easy clean-up. From the 1930s onwards, DIY paper decorations became a mainstay in the American tradition, celebrating the lighthearted nature of the season, enjoyable for all ages. Although marigolds are a hallmark of Dia de los Muertos in Central American communities, they are also a part of Diwali, the South Asian festival of lights. Portuguese trade ships introduced marigolds in the 16th century while on route along the Indian coast. Quickly, the flower started to be associated with good luck and the sun because of vibrant colors of yellow to saffron and shape and their durability made them popular for making torans, Desi traditional garlands that decorate doorways. The Monthly Craft is a drop-in, self-led artmaking activity that complements NUMU's current exhibitions or seasonal themes. Activities are designed for a wide range of participants. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please leave the space as you found it for others to enjoy. All Upcoming Youth Programs Sep 3 September 3, 2026 - September 27, 2026 Monthly Craft: Paper Owls September 3, 2026 - September 27, 2026 Hoo's ready for September's monthly craft? 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Each Girl Scout will also design and build a custom frame to display their artwork. This engaging program is a fun experience you won't want to miss! Learn More & Register. Read more → November 8, 2026 Jan 24 January 24, 2027 Girl Scouts Junior Art and Design Badge January 24, 2027 In this program, Girl Scout Juniors will earn their Art and Design Badge by creating a Tiny Art Show. We will explore NUMU's galleries looking for art and design, paint a tiny canvas, experiment with color saturation, sculpt tiny pottery from clay, and design our own tiny art show with pedestals and frames. This tiny art and design experience will be big fun! Learn More & Register. Read more → January 24, 2027 Feb 7 February 7, 2027 Girl Scouts Cadette Book Artist Badge February 7, 2027 Learn about the art of bookmaking at NUMU! We will explore how books are made and try a variety of bookmaking techniques for ourselves. 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Brownies will explore NUMU's galleries with a museum professional, experiment with line-making, printmaking techniques, and create their own painted portraits. Each Girl Scout will also design and build a custom frame to display their artwork. This engaging program is a fun experience you won't want to miss! Learn More & Register. Read more → April 18, 2027 May 23 May 23, 2027 Girl Scouts Junior Art and Design Badge May 23, 2027 In this program, Girl Scout Juniors will earn their Art and Design Badge by creating a Tiny Art Show. We will explore NUMU's galleries looking for art and design, paint a tiny canvas, experiment with color saturation, sculpt tiny pottery from clay, and design our own tiny art show with pedestals and frames. This tiny art and design experience will be big fun! Learn More & Register. Read more → May 23, 2027