Family, Art Making
Art for Families: Celebration Helmet Mask
Attributed to Bamgboṣẹ of Osí-Ìlọrin (died 1920; active Osí-Ìlọrin, Nigeria), Ẹpa helmet mask, before 1920. Princeton University Art Museum. Museum purchase, Fowler McCormick, Class of 1921, Fund
Kathleen Compton Sherrerd Creativity Lab and Laporte Family Creativity Lab
June 20, 2026 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Saturdays are for young makers in the Creativity Labs!
More than a century ago, this amazing West African helmet mask was worn by a dancer in a special ceremony. Now you can create your own celebration helmet mask using a variety of different items. Drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to explore a work of art, play with different materials, and exercise your imagination. We provide the materials, you bring the creativity!
All ages are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. No tickets or reservations required.
