Adam Kammerling and Jessica Ihejetoh: Families in the Forest

How do we invigorate our relationships with nature through mindful activities and play?

Families in the Forest is an interactive experience for families, exploring the Orleans House grounds through a series of encounters with inhabitants past and present. Each stop on the tour combines meditative and imaginative activities to encourage meaningful and creative interaction between families and the environment. It aims to promote both care and play, offering a version of environmental stewardship that is appealing to all ages.

Families in the Forest was written and delivered by writer and theatre maker Adam Kammerling and heritage and cultural producer Jessica Ihejetoh. In all weathers the full tour was delivered to children from the ages 1-10 and their adults, engaging them with the ancient woods alongside the gallery. This artwork and record of the tour was created in collaboration with Holly Thomas, a London based illustrator inspired by play and the natural world.