Making Rainbows - Spring Half Term at Windsor Castle

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The sight of a rainbow can be so uplifting, especially after a rainy day when the sun comes out and a rainbow appears! 

As part of your visit to Windsor Castle this spring half term, join us in the Castle’s Learning Centre, where children can enjoy some creative crafting. Create rainbows using various techniques to take home. 

Rainbows have symbolised many things over the centuries. In many cultures, they are a symbol of hope. Somewhere over the rainbow, “dreams come true”, as Judy Garland sang in the Wizard of Oz.

More recently, a rainbow flag has been used to reflect diversity in sexuality, becoming the international symbol of the LGBTQ+ movement. Gilbert Baker, an artist and drag queen, first created the rainbow flag in 1978. Since then, it has been used extensively to depict pride, defiance, hope for acceptance, respect and equal rights for this marginalised group.

During the pandemic, as schools, playgrounds and museums fell empty, the world’s children used a rainbow to remind us all that they were still around, hidden away but hopeful. 

 

Activities take place throughout the local school holidays, from 09:30 - 15:30, to keep your little ones busy.

Remember to collect a family trail to learn more about the symbolism of rainbows, and where they can be found within The Royal Collection.  

Why not have a go at creating a piece of art containing a rainbow? You could create a drawing, painting, collage or even a model. Download the Activity Sheet