Have a look below to see our exciting programme of events.

All events are free unless otherwise stated.

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Wee Wardlaws – Mini Heroes
When: Friday 2 February, 10am-11am.  
Where: Wardlaw Museum.  
Who: 0-5 year olds 
Help your little one explore the world around them through museum objects, stories, songs, crafts and things to do and spot. This event is for children 0 to 5 years and whoever looks after them.

Persian Patterns – Embroidery ArtSoc Masterclass
When: Wednesday 7 February, 2:30pm-4:30pm. Book here for the Masterclass.
Where: Wardlaw Museum
Who: Students and Staff
Join Art Soc for an embroidery masterclass, linked to our current exhibition ‘Iran: Wonders of Nature’. See the Persian patterns inside the museum exhibition and then embroider your own bookmark. This event is free. Just book at the link provided.

Museum LATE: Persian Party
When: Friday 9 February, 8pm-10pm 
Where: Wardlaw Museum 
Who: Students
Tickets: Book here
Get ready to party with a purpose as the Persian Society take over the Wardlaw Museum. Join us for karaoke, silent disco, cocktails, dancing and more.

Persian Painters – School Holiday Workshops
When: Thursday 15 February, 2–2:45pm (Under 7s) and 3–4pm (7+). Book here for Under 7s and book here for 7+.
Where: Wardlaw Museum
Who: Families
Iran has been making amazing art for centuries. Come try your hand at some tile painting, Persian rug design and even calligraphy!

Wee Wardlaws – Colourful Gardens
When: Friday 1 March, 10am-11am.  
Where: Wardlaw Museum.  
Who: 0-5 year olds 
Help your little one explore the world around them through museum objects, stories, songs, crafts and things to do and spot. This event is for children 0 to 5 years and whoever looks after them.

Persian Script – Calligraphy ArtSoc Masterclass
When: Wednesday 13 March, 2:30pm-4:30pm. Book here for the Masterclass.
Where: Wardlaw Museum
Who: Students and Staff
Join Art Soc as they provide you with a Calligraphy masterclass, linked to our current exhibition ‘Iran: Wonders of Nature’. See the Persian script inside the museum exhibition and then have a go at calligraphy.

Wardlaw X Persian Society: Nowruz – Persian New Year Celebrations
When: Wednesday 20 March, 7pm-10pm. 
Where: Wardlaw Museum 
Who: Students
Tickets: Book your tickets for Nowruz here.
Join us and the Persian Society to celebrate Nowruz. Come and mark your hopes for the new year and shed the worries of the last. Experience all areas of this celebration with your friends. This event is supported by the Persian Society and the Kaleidoscope Alumni Network.

In conversation – Iran: Wonders of Nature
When: Sunday 24 March, 1pm-3.30pm 
Where: Wardlaw Museum 
Who: Local interested adults, staff, students, alumni
Tickets: Book free tickets for In Conversation here.
Interdisciplinary panel discussion with refreshments followed by Q&A. Bringing together experts from disciplines across the University, we’re asking the question — What next for Iran? This panel discussion will consider the current and future cultural landscape of Iran. The discussion will start at 2pm. This event is supported by the Kaleidoscope Alumni Network. The event is free but in-person spaces are limited. In-person attendees should book a slot at the tickets link provided. There is also a chance to attend the discussion remotely. Please join online at this link.

Garden in a Jar – School Holiday Workshops
When: Tuesday 2 April, 2–2:45pm (Under 7s) and 3–4pm (7+). Bookings open soon.
Where: Wardlaw Museum
Who: Families
Use your green fingers to make a mini garden inspired by the Iranian Gardens of Paradise.

Persian Miniature Painting ArtSoc Masterclass
When: Wednesday 3 April, 2:30pm-4:30pm. Book here for the Masterclass.
Where: Wardlaw Museum
Who: Students and Staff
Join Art Soc for a Flower Pressing masterclass, linked to our current exhibition ‘Iran: Wonders of Nature’. See the wonders of nature inside the museum exhibition and then have a go at miniature painting.

Garden in a Jar – School Holiday Workshops
When: Thursday 4 April, 2-4pm. Drop-in, no booking required.
Where: Wardlaw Museum
Who: Families
Use your green fingers to make a mini garden inspired by the Iranian Gardens of Paradise.

Wee Wardlaws – Awe and Wonder
When: Friday 5 April, 10am-11am.  
Where: Wardlaw Museum.  
Who: 0-5 year olds 
Help your little one explore the world around them through museum objects, stories, songs, crafts and things to do and spot. This event is for children 0 to 5 years and whoever looks after them.

Garden Explorers – School Holiday Workshops
When: Tuesday 9 April, 2pm-4pm. Bookings open soon.
Where: St Andrews Botanic Garden.
Who: Families
Join us and St. Andrew’s Botanic Gardens for a day of exploration, inspiration and creation with an Iranian twist.

Garden Explorers – School Holiday Workshops
When: Thursday 11 April, 2pm-4pm. Bookings open soon.
Where: St Andrews Botanic Garden.
Who: Families
Join us and St. Andrew’s Botanic Garden for a day of exploration, inspiration and creation with an Iranian twist.

Sensory Iranian Garden Experience
When: Saturday 20 April, 11am-1pm.
Where: St Andrews Botanic Garden.
Who: Adults
Tickets: Get your free ticket here
In the mind of every Iranian person, there is a garden. Explore the St Andrews Botanic Garden through an artistic lens and let nature inspire you as you complete a surprise craft at the end.

Ali Ansari’s Iran (Polity Histories) – Book Signing
When: Thursday 25 April, 5:30pm 
Where: Wardlaw Museum
Who: All
Tickets: Get your free ticket here.
Ali Ansari is a Professor in the School of History at the University of St Andrews. In Iran (Polity Histories) Ali takes readers on a journey through Iran’s turbulent history. Join us at the Wardlaw Museum to meet Ali and talk all things Iran. The event includes a book signing and complimentary wine.

Wee Wardlaws – Daring Dragons
When: Friday 3 May, 10am-11am.  
Where: Wardlaw Museum.  
Who: 0-5 year olds 
Help your little one explore the world around them through museum objects, stories, songs, crafts and things to do and spot. This event is for children 0 to 5 years and whoever looks after them.

Heroes and Beasts – Family Activity Day
When: Monday 6 May, 12-4pm
Where: Wardlaw Museum
Who: All ages
Join us for a day all about the mythical Heroes and Beasts of Iranian culture. Music, crafts, dance and lots more for all ages. Meet some exciting guests and complete all the activities to win a prize. Free. No booking required.