In this hands-on bookmaking workshop, Girl Scouts create a one-of-a-kind accordion sketchbook using recycled and upcycled materials. Drawing inspiration from NCM’s art installations, participants learn folding techniques, decorate custom covers, and build a portable sketchbook ready for drawings, reflections, and ideas. 

Activities include: 

• Take inspiration from the work of Museum collaborating artists Panca (she/her) and Wes Bruce (he/him) to discover how artists use sketchbooks to capture imagination and inspiration 

• Decorating and personalizing covers with collage and paint markers 

• Learning age-appropriate folding methods: 

• Zig Zag method (Daisy & Brownie) 

• Pocket methods (Junior, Cadet & Senior) 

• Adding final touches with ribbons or string closures 

• Reflecting and sharing finished books 

Scouts leave with a meaningful keepsake that celebrates creative self-expression and sustainability.

Workshops are adaptable for all Girl Scout grade levels from Daisies to Seniors. 

Questions about parking, accessibility, or our cancellation policy?
Visit our Girl Scouts Badge Program FAQs page for all the details you need to plan your visit: https://thinkplaycreate.org/explore/artopia/girl-scouts-faqs/ or email us at artopia@thinkplaycreate.org