Family, Art Making
Art for Families: Celebration Helmet Mask
Attributed to Bamgboṣẹ of Osí-Ìlọrin, 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
October 3, 2026 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Saturdays are for young makers in the Creativity Labs!
More than a century ago, this intricate 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.
Visit us any time between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to explore a work of art, play with different materials, and exercise your imagination. No tickets or registration required—just drop in as your schedule allows! All ages are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult.
