Bram Stoker Festival: Making Faces! Family Mask-Making Workshop

Free family drop-in workshop.
No booking required.

Design and create your own Halloween-inspired mask at this family drop-in workshop led by visual artist Carrie Lynam. Inspired by objects featured in the Museum’s self-guided Halloween trail, participants will explore colour, texture, and creative techniques while making unique faces or characters in the Creativity Hub at Collins Barracks.

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What You’ll Experience

• Design and create a unique Halloween mask
• Experiment with colour, texture, and a variety of art materials
• Take inspiration from objects featured in the Museum’s family Halloween trail
• Enjoy a hands-on workshop facilitated by visual artist Carrie Lynam

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Who Is This Event For?

• Families and children interested in art, creativity, Halloween, and museum collections
• Most suitable for children aged 7–12 years

All children must be fully supervised by a parent or guardian while on the premises.

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Dates & Times

• Sunday, 25 October – 13:30 to 15:00

Last entry at 14:30. Places allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Location

Creativity Hub, National Museum of Ireland – Collins Barracks
Benburb Street, Dublin 7, D07 XKV4
Meeting Point: Creativity Hub, located off Clarke Square

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Accessibility Information

• Wheelchair accessible
• The Creativity Hub is located on the ground floor, off Clarke Square
• Accessible toilets are available in Museum Reception
• Please contact bookings@museum.ie for specific access queries

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Booking Information

• Free
• No booking required
• Drop-in event. Places allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Last entry at 14:30

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Related Experiences

• Life, Disease, and Death Tours of Collins Barracks
• Explore other Bram Stoker Festival events taking place nationwide at the following link: Bram Stoker Festival 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book in advance?
No. This is a drop-in event and no booking is required. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

How long does the event last?
The workshop runs from 13:30 to 15:00. Individual masks take approximately 25 minutes to make. Last entry at 14:30

Is the event suitable for children?
Yes. The workshop is most suitable for children aged 7–12 years. All children must be supervised by a parent or guardian.

Where do I go when I arrive?
Please make your way to the Creativity Hub, located on the ground floor off Clarke Square at the National Museum of Ireland – Collins Barracks.