Puppet Power Conference 2025: Pre-conference workshop

Ames Puppet Power Community Workshop

October 4 | 10 AM – 2 PM | Ames Public Library

Family/Youth Friendly, In-Person Only Event

Join the fun at a puppet-building workshop as part of Puppet Power 2025: Applied Puppetry Conference! Drop in any time during the lab to craft puppets using provided materials and guidance from area puppet artists and educators. No experience? No problem! Whether you’re a first-time builder or a seasoned puppet pro, this hands-on workshop welcomes all ages and skill levels. Puppets built during this event will be featured in the Community Puppet Parade on October 18—so come create and be part of the celebration!

Presented in collaboration with ISU Department of Music and Theatre, Ames Public Library, and Octagon Center for the Arts.