Charnwood Museum

An exhibition celebrating the sari - the wonderful garment worn by South Asian women everywhere. The pattern, design and fabric of saris speak volumes about the women who wear them. This exhibition presents traditional saris from around South Asia and new saris with 21st century designs, including the winning entries from the British Sari Story competition. This national contest sought out new patterns that reflect the vibrancy of British Asian life today. The winning designs from the British Bridal Sari competition will also be on display.

Learn how to wear a sari and try on some fantastic designs. Family drop in workshops. Free. No need to book.

ArtZone: 10.30am - 12.30pm, CreateToo: 2.00pm - 4.00pm

Inspired by the patterns and designs in the British Sari Story exhibition participants will have the opportunity to create a sari together that will be displayed in the exhibition. Traditional Indian block printing techniques will be explored along with mono printing, litho and etching methods. £5 per person, £2.50 for families in receipt of certain means tested benefits. Pre-booking essential. Family Learning Festival workshop organised in conjunction with Charnwood Arts.

Make some traditional Diwali decorations and cards. £2 per child. Pre-booking essential.

ArtZone: 10.30am-12.30pm and CreateToo:  2pm-4pm

Celebrate Diwali by making a Toran, a traditional door hanging. Handle a variety of Gujarati Torans and learn about the symbols and meanings behind them. Then using felt, calico, textured paints, acrylic jewels, print blocks, beads, and tassels make your own Toran to hang in the home. £5 per person, £2.50 for families in receipt of certain means tested benefits. Pre-booking essential. Family Learning Festival workshop organised in conjunction with Charnwood Arts.