Flying Fish Kites
This program starts on the following dates:
02/26/2010
02/26/2010
03/23/2010
04/20/2010
02/26/2010
05/28/2010
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Arts & Crafts
Beach Jewelry
Open to all ages. An adult must sign-up and participate with children ages 10 and under. Come to Gumbo Limbo and let your beach jewelry creations become your own special treasures. It could be that cool surfer necklace you always wanted or that necklace to wear on a night out. Learn about and make your creations from shells, shark teeth and so much more - each piece comes with a piece of marine history. Take the skills you learn and soon this fun activity will become a self-rewarding hobby. Reservations and prepayment required (561) 391-8110.
This program starts on the following dates:
01/16/2010
Gyotaku
Before cameras were invented, fisherman documented their catch by making fish prints. Recreate this traditional art on your own pre-washed shirt or pre-washed canvas bag.
This program starts on the following dates:
03/30/2010
01/21/2010
Kinder Turtles
Spend some one-on-one time with your little one learning about sea turtles. Decorate a paper plate sea turtle to take home. Please make this time special for you and your child; do not bring siblings. Ages 5 - 6 with an adult.
This program starts on the following dates:
01/02/2010
03/31/2010
04/03/2010
CANCELLED - I am drawing with Pascal
We are sorry, but due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled. We hope to bring it back in 2011. Have a budding artist, or a child that simply likes to doodle? Bring them to Gumbo Limbo to work on a painting of their own. Children ages 5-10 may enter an art contest by adding colors and other designs to an outline of one of Pascal’s paintings (winners announced at Sea Turtle Day on March 13).
This program starts on the following dates:
02/06/2010
Sailor's Valentine
Sailors, when on shore leave on islands far from home, found seashell encrusted valentine boxes created by local artisans. These became a treasured gift to a sweetheart or mother. You are invited to create a valentine box from our cache of shells.
This program starts on the following dates:
01/30/2010
Ornaments Naturally
Create ornaments and decorations with holiday themes using shells, sea beans, pine cones and unusual natural materials. Materials are provided. Boost your creativity and join in the wealth of ideas.
This program starts on the following dates:
Holiday Nature Craft
Join us for a nature walk around Gumbo Limbo to collect ideas for your nature craft. Supplies will be ready and waiting to help get your creative juices flowing to make a holiday project to decorate your home or give as a gift.
This program starts on the following dates:
Pirates
Explore the world of pirates of long ago and today! Make your own pirate flag, look for treasure and take home must-have pirate goodies! Reservations and prepayment required (561) 391-8110.
This program starts on the following dates:
02/27/2010
Little Wonders
Introduce your novice naturalist to the plants and animals around them with hikes for little feet, crafts for tiny fingers, and stories for growing minds. We will read a book together, have fun with different types of activities, and spend some time outdoors.
This program starts on the following dates:
02/27/2010
03/27/2010
04/01/2010
04/24/2010
Flower Pressing
Old-time botanists used plant presses to preserve specimens. Presses are still used by scientists, but today artists have appropriated pressed plants in innovative ways. Learn how to press flowers the old-fashioned time consuming way, and the newer, quicker way! Create a decorative container, a special note card, or a botanical collage.
This program starts on the following dates:
02/20/2010