Looking for a fun and creative activity for the whole family this summer? Look no further than Somerset House's Weekday Workshops! This August, Somerset House is hosting a series of free, family-friendly workshops in the beautiful Somerset House courtyard, perfect for keeping the whole family entertained during the school holidays.

Join me on Thursday, August 8th at Somerset House from 12 pm to 3 pm for a drop-in session where you'll create a wall hanging celebrating your culture, inspired by Caribbean souvenirs brought to Britain by the Windrush Generation. This workshop is a perfect way to explore your cultural background whilst honouring the legacy of the Windrush.

• An opportunity to develop fabric, drawing, and sewing techniques
• Try your hand at raffia embroidery (for older participants)
• Create a unique piece of wall art to take home
• All materials are provided
• Celebrate your heritage and be inspired by the Windrush Generation
• Suitable for ages 5 and up

The Windrush Generation played a vital role in shaping British culture, and this workshop is a chance to honour their contributions. My work is inspired by my Caribbean heritage, so I designed this workshop to allow families to celebrate their culture and heritage by creating their own embroidery pieces inspired by the Windrush Generation and Caribbean souvenirs.

This workshop takes place at Somerset House, Strand, London WC2R 1LA.

🗓 Thursday 08 August 2024
🕚 12:00 – 15:00
⛲️ The Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court (Weather Permitting ☔️)**

*This is a family-friendly event; no child can be left unattended. Suitable for ages 5 and over. This workshop is free to attend.

**The workshop will be relocated indoors if there is bad weather.

Tihara Smith is a London-based designer whose work is influenced by her Caribbean heritage and the Windrush Generation. A graduate of the University for the Creative Arts Epsom, her Windrush-inspired collection was featured at Graduate Fashion Week in 2018, with an outfit finding a permanent home in the Museum of London. Tihara is passionate about sharing her love of Caribbean culture through her workshops and her brand, which offers Caribbean-inspired stationery and accessories.

Somerset House is a beautiful neoclassical building located on the Strand in central London. It is dedicated to connecting creativity and the arts with the wider community. Throughout the summer, they host a variety of free and affordable events and activities, making them a great destination for families. Find out more about Somerset House ‘Summer in the Courtyard’ here .

There are a variety of exciting and creative workshops happening throughout August at Somerset House. As well as Tihara’s embroidery workshop, there are workshops to learn about geometry, story-telling, loom-making, book making and badge-making. Find out more here.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to celebrate culture, creativity, and family at Somerset House - see you there!