Outdoor Family Program

Parkway Pals @ Sister Cities Park | Leaf Rubbings with Natural Oil Pastels

July 23, 2024
11:30 am to 12:30 pm

A yellow pastel drawing with various leaves, stems, and seeds strewn over top. There are marks made over the yellow that suggest a kind of textured rubbing from the plant specimens.
Workshop samples prepared by FWM Education. Photo credit: Carlos Avendaño.

The Fabric Workshop and Museum returns to Parkway Pals at Sister Cities Park this summer!

Today’s Activity: Learn how to make oil pastels out of natural materials, then explore how this exciting material can help you capture the intricate patterns of leaves.

Event Information

July 23, 2024
11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Sister Cities Park
210 N 18th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Free family activity—drop-ins welcome

Schedule is weather permitting and subject to change.

Support

This program is made possible in partnership with Philadelphia Center City District Parks. Learn about more their free activities for kids here.

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