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Family Day at Powerhouse Castle Hill

  • Powerhouse Castle Hill (map)

ARCHITECTURE – 4 NOVEMBER

In November we’ve created workshops, drop-in sessions and demonstrations focusing on architecture in the Powerhouse Collection. 

  • Lahznimmo Architects X Powerhouse 10am–4pm
    Co-developed with Lahznimmo Architects and Powerhouse, families are invited to be a team of architects to problem solve, design and create a new piece of architecture.

  • Minecraft Quick Build Challenge 10.30am–3.30pm
    Take part in our Quick Build Challenge to design and create a building in 10 minutes or less in our Minecraft world.

  • Tower Challenge 10am–4pm
    The Tower Challenge will test your family’s physical and fine motor skills. How high can you build a tower using pegs and popsicle sticks?

  • Paper Model Building 10am–4pm
    Families are invited to reconstruct iconic buildings around Castle Hill using paper, through examining the basic shapes and blocks that make up these iconic building designs.

  • Mystery Object Challenge 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm
    Calling all budding historians, archaeologists and those with curious minds. Drop-in and test your sleuthing skills in this family friendly activity to see if you can work out what the historic mystery objects are.

  • Lost Cities Tour 11am, 1pm, 3pm
    Explore remnants saved from long-gone buildings, including a waterfront mansion, shopping centre and even a palace. See highlights of Sydney’s constant reinvention and learn about the city you thought you knew so well.

Free, registrations recommended.

More info here.