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Bodleian Libraries - Wonder of Birds

Bodleian Library, Broad Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3BG

  • 13 Sep 2026
  • | In person
  • | Pre-booking not required
  • | Workshop

Come along and explore the world of birds through illustration, dance and song using inspiration from the Bodleian's 'Wonder of Birds' exhibitions.

Bird illustration demonstration: Observe the Wonder of Birds in a creative, illustration demonstration from artist Jackie Morris.

11:30 – 1: Wonder of Birds: A creative dance and music workshop with MuMo Creative.
Join us in a synergy of sound, movement and creativity in this workshop co-created by MuMo Creative and their Dance for Parkinson's & Dance for Joy groups. The workshop combines live music, dance and creative exercises to boost physical and mental wellbeing, and to celebrate the transformative effects of dance and music. The workshop is free and suitable for all capabilities, and all are warmly invited to join in on the day, with no booking required. Whether you’d like to take part in the dance workshop or simply enjoy the performance from the audience, all are welcome to experience this inclusive and fun event.

MuMo Creative is an Oxford-based charity that offers creative dance, music and movement sessions to promote the physical and mental health of older people with age-related health conditions. This workshop is led by MuMo Creative’s lead artists Nia Williams, Roosa Leimu-Brown and Louisa Dalton.

2 – 3: Birdsong workshop
Inspired by the Bodleian’s Wonder of Birds exhibition, join us to learn simple, beautiful songs featuring our feathered friends. No previous singing experience is needed and everything will be learned by ear. This event is ideal for ages 8 and up, but all ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Timings

Sunday 13 September:
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Location & directions

Bodleian Library, Broad Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3BG

Directions:
These events will take place in Blackwell Hall in the Weston Library
Contact on day:
Anna Clark
Telephone number:
+441865242918

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Ground-level entrance with wheelchair access in both the Weston Library and directly from the Old Schools Quadrangle, Old Bodleian Library. Access to first level areas for tours and show and tells is available via lift access. All ages and abilities are welcome to visit and participate. Please find more information regarding access at the Bodleian Libraries here: https://visit.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/plan-your-visit/accessibility

Additional information

The Weston Library Cafe will be open to purchase refreshments

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