Fun for the Whole Family

Ages: all ages!

Duration: 2 hours

Start time: check availability

Tickets: mobile/email confirmation

Live guide: English and/or Italian

Parents come sip on a glass of wine, nibble on fresh bread drizzled with the convent's unbelievably delicious olive oil, and get your right brain working by trying to do a little sketch. The kids will be introduced to the animals, then be invited to participate in a hands-on activity. They'll be engaged and you'll drink-in the unique tranquility into which our convent is immersed. A retreat for you, an interactive break for them from all of the museums and waiting in lines. Everybody wins!

What's Included

- All materials necessary for crafting

- A notebook for mom and dad to sketch in

- Freshly made bread and the convent's own olive oil 

- A glass of Wine or a "tazza" of Italian Espresso

- A tour of the farm

What to expect

As soon as you come through our gates and up our hill, you'll immediately feel like you've stumbled upon a secret jewel, a hidden treasure.  One of the nuns or "Madre" will greet you and direct you toward the farm, where Madre Annie will welcome you and give you a brief introduction to the animals.  

Once at the countryhouse or "Cascina," set down your things and start taking-in the peace and tranquility after your hectic travels or busy workdays.  There will be wine, bread, and the convent's oil, ready for you to enjoy.  If you'd like an Italian Espresso, let's make it together!  There are jugs of cool (but not iced!) water also accessible.  This is now "casa," and we're happy if you feel at home! 

Now the crafting begins. See the calendar for crafting options.  The point is to have fun, allow kids to "figure things out" on their own (something so important for them!), and go away with something beautiful and entirely handmade!  The goal is the process, not the product: while your guide is a professional artist, the point of the activity isn't to produce a polished, quality masterpiece.  The aim is to build self-confidence and work on practical problem-solving skills in a highly simulating and enjoyable manner!

The workshop ends with a chance to take pictures with your favorite new friends (everyone pick their favorite animal!) and salutations!

"Tornate presto!" Now, y'all come back soon, you hear!

 

Departure and return

Istituto del Sacro Cuore

Viale Michelangelo, 27 FI 50125

- In order to get to the convent-school, the simplest option is to take a taxi.  Take advantage of the fact that they can go all the way up our hill! Or, if you're all up for a lovely walk, we're just a 1.5 mile walk from the Duomo.

-Meeting point: our front "Piazzale" at the top of our hill where there is a large fountain and statue of Mother Mary

-End: Madre Annie will walk you back to the same Piazzale, where we can call you a cab

Accessibility

- 100 meters from bus line

- surfaces are neither wheelchair or stroller friendly

Additional Information

- Confirmation will be received at time of booking

- In requesting this workshop, please include the precise number of adults and the number and ages of children under 18 years old.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.

  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Help

If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just write an email to info@craftingonaconventfarm.com