Family Day: Architecture
A free, family friendly day of demonstrations, guided workshops, tours and hand-on activities to inspire people of all ages. Held on the first Saturday of every month.
ARCHITECTURE – 4 NOVEMBER
Powerhouse presents 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
Join 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 sleuths to see if you can identify historic mystery objects in this family friendly activity.
Lost Cities Tour 11am, 1pm, 3pm
Explore remnants saved from long-gone buildings, including a waterfront mansion, shopping centre and even a palace. Explore highlights of Sydney’s constant reinvention and discover secrets about the city you thought you knew so well.