CraftNOW Create

Saturday, November 2, 2024

10am – 1pm

 

Smith Memorial Playground

3500 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia

 

 

Questions?

emily@craftnowphila.org

 

 

Craft steps out of the studio and into the hearts of Philadelphians with CraftNOW Create!

CraftNOW Create returns to the Smith Memorial Playground this November 2nd from 10am to 1pm.

Demonstrations and activities will be set up on their wrap-around porch and immediately in front of the Playhouse.

Up to 100 kids will be accommodated each hour. Enjoying the playhouse and playground will also be encouraged!

Public transport:

Smith, is easily accessible by public transportation. Take SEPTA bus #32 to 33rd and Oxford Streets. Walk 1/3 mile into Fairmount Park, and Smith will be on your left.

OR,

Take SEPTA Bus #3 to 33rd & Cecil B. Moore Streets* walk one block south to 33rd & Oxford St. Walk 1/3 mile into Fairmount Park. Smith will be on your left.

*The #3 bus route comes directly to Smith on Saturdays and Sundays during our visiting hours

 

 

 

 

CraftNOW Create 2024 is funded by the Joseph Robert Foundation

 

Most projects are ideal for elementary-aged students.

Group Sculpture

“Imagine, create, and collaborate on an enormous clay sculpture with teaching artists from The Clay Studio!”

Rainbow Ghost Scratch Art

Cork Creatures

Transform a wine cork into a lovable character or even a holiday ornament!

Super Structures: Building Your Own Column Hat

Super Structures: Building Your Own Column Hat 
Children will get creative by designing and crafting their own paper hat inspired by the architectural column styles- Doric, Ionic and Corinthian. This quick activity encourages reflection, creativity and an appreciation for structural engineering in a playful environment. Perfect for budding architects and curious minds alike! 

Playful Paper Puppets

Join the Museum for Art in Wood and other Philadelphia arts organizations for a fun day of crafting with CraftNow Create at Smith Memorial Playground. This year, the Museum for Art in Wood will offer playful Paper Puppets. Let your imagination run wild creating animals, monsters and superheros. This craft is perfect for all ages—it’s simple, but the fun will last long after the crafting is done!

Project Coming Soon!

CraftNOW Create 2023

In 2023, 8 partner organizations presented craft projects on the grounds of Smith Memorial Playground.

Read more about CraftNOW Create 2023

 

 

CraftNOW Create 2022

In 2022, 10 partner organizations presented craft projects on the grounds of Smith Memorial Playground.

Read more about CraftNOW Create 2022

 

CraftNOW Create 2021

At 2021’s CraftNOW Create, 300 take-home kits were put together for students visiting Smith Memorial Playground.

Read more about CraftNOW Create 2021

CraftNOW Create 2020

At the 2020 CraftNOW Create, 500 take-home kits were put together each containing 7 different activities. The kits were made available for pick up at 16 locations, which included partner galleries, retailers, schools, and community centers.

Read more about CraftNOW Create 2020