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Festive firecrackers

London Museum Docklands — Activity

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1 – 2 Feb 2025

Create some festive firecrackers to secure your lucky start to the new year.

In Chinese culture, the sound of firecrackers has been used to ward off evil spirits and to welcome luck and prosperity for the new year.

Make sure to get a lucky start to the new year by creating festive firecrackers in this art workshop.

Run in partnership with the Dance Department, Tainan University of Technology and Step Out Arts.

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How to attend:
In-person only
Good to know:
Pre-booked only. Only children require tickets. Adults must remain with children in the workshop at all times.
Duration:
45 mins
Part of a series:
Lunar New Year festival

You must book in advance to take part in these workshops. Tickets won't be available on the day.

Tickets for bookable workshops will include general admission to the museum, so there's no need to book a separate ticket.

The museum is open every day 10am – 5pm.

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Our address is London Museum Docklands, No.1 Warehouse, West India Quay, London E14 4AL. We're just a few minutes away from Canary Wharf and West India Quay.

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