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Sea of Hands - Children's Activity

Messages of Reconciliation – Sea of Hands. Participants will design their own hand of reconciliation including a message under the theme: Be Brave. Make Change.

DATE: 28 May 2022 - 29 May 2022
Drop in on either Saturday 28th or Sunday 29th between 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Messages of Reconciliation – Sea of Hands
Hands will be displayed in the museum to create a sea of colour and messages. Be Brave, Make Change

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