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Aberdeen Reads: Fantasy Map Making

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Aberdeen Central Library
Rosemount Viaduct
Aberdeen
AB25 1GW

01224 652500

Draw your own fantasy map using rice, pens and your imagination! We'll provide all the materials you'll need along with some examples of maps from our favourite books for inspiration!

For ages 8+

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    Jul. 14, 2025 2:00pm

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