Heartfelt History: Valentine Card-Making Workshop in Van Cortlandt House Museum

Sat Feb 8, 2025
10:00am to 11:30pm ET
Age: 5 and up
Price: $10/person
Location:
Van Cortlandt House Museum
718-430-1825
Broadway at West 246th Street, Bronx, NY,
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Explore the art of crafting hand-made Valentines, inspired by the intricate designs of the 18th and 19th centuries. Participants learn how to make historic-style cards using classic techniques, such as paper folding, cutouts, and paper “scrap” decoration.

Discover the history of Valentine's Day through the ages and how this beloved tradition has evolved.

This workshop is held in the museum's herb cellar, which is accessed using stairs. A 360-degree tour of the museum is available in the Welcome Center, which is wheelchair/mobility device accessible.

** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.