Philadelphia Magic Gardens Presents PECO Family Jams: Worry Dolls

Philadelphia Magic Gardens Presents PECO Family Jams: Worry Dolls

Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens hosts PECO Family Jams, a family-oriented program held on the second Sunday of every month between noon and 4:00 p.m. In August, visitors can participate in an all-ages workshop making worry dolls. Worry dolls are traditionally made of wire and colorful scraps of fabrics. They originated in the Mayan highlands of Guatemala and southeastern Mexico. In Mayan tradition, a fretful child could tell their fears and worries to their doll, then place it under their pillow. After a good night of sleep, the child would feel better. Participants are invited to make their own worry doll to take home. Learn about the many pieces of Latin American folk art found in our Art Environment during free tours of our fully mosaicked basement at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 p.m.