CULTURAL WORKSHOPS
Feel Ghana’s heartbeat by immersing yourself in a Global Mamas cultural workshop! We offer nine workshops in three locations in southern Ghana (Kpong, Cape Coast, and Accra).
Price, Duration & Locations
*Price per person including taxes (in Ghana Cedis)
| WORKSHOP | 1 Person | 2 People | 3–5 People | 6+ People | Location(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batiking [3 hrs] |
GHS 367 | GHS 301 | GHS 267 | GHS 234 | Accra, Cape Coast, Kpong |
| Cooking [3 hrs] |
GHS 334 | GHS 267 | GHS 234 | GHS 200 | Cape Coast |
| Drumming & Dancing [3 hrs] |
N/A | GHS 234 | GHS 184 | GHS 150 | Cape Coast |
| Head Wrapping [1.5 hrs] |
GHS 267 | GHS 234 | GHS 184 | GHS 150 | Cape Coast |
| Weaving [2 hrs] |
GHS 334 | GHS 234 | GHS 184 | GHS 150 | Kpong |
| Papermaking [2 hrs] |
GHS 334 | GHS 234 | GHS 184 | GHS 150 | Kpong |
| Soapmaking [2 hrs] |
GHS 334 | GHS 234 | GHS 184 | GHS 150 | Kpong |
| Beading [2 hrs] |
GHS 334 | GHS 234 | GHS 184 | GHS 150 | Kpong |
| Bead Making [3 hrs] |
GHS 334 | GHS 234 | GHS 184 | GHS 150 | near Kpong |
Booking & Availability
We book workshops based on the date and time that works best for you and your group. Email us at [email protected] or call us (at the numbers listed below) at least two days in advance to allow the Mamas time to prepare for the workshop. Availability varies by location.
| Kpong (Fair Trade Zone) | Cape Coast | Accra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booking | 0246-670-273 0593-845-838 |
0556-615-809 0544-323-833 |
0593-845-838 0556-615-809 |
| Availability | Mon – Thur (8am – 4pm) Fri (8am – 12pm) |
Daily (8am – 5pm) | Daily (8am – 5pm) |
| Meeting Point | Map | Map | Map |
*If calling from outside of Ghana, add +233 to the beginning and drop the first 0.
BATIKING WORKSHOP
Experience the vibrant art of African batik during this hands-on workshop led by a Global Mamas artisan. Working side by side a skilled batiker, you’ll learn how she uses wax and dye to bring intricate, colorful patterns to life through batik – a craft deeply rooted in Ghanaian tradition.
As you go through each step of the process, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the skill, creativity, and patience that go into making each yard of batik fabric. Best of all, you get to create two yards of your own unique batik fabric during the workshop that you can transform into clothing, accessories, or a home décor item that will always remind you of your time in Ghana.
Explore the fragrant and exotic flavors of West African cuisine in the kitchen of Auntie Esi or Auntie Eli. You will be introduced to an array of new tastes and flavors as you learn how to create authentic Ghanaian dishes.
Using African cooking techniques, during this workshop you will create traditional dishes like fufu, groundnut soup, fried plantain, palava sauce and red red. After learning the recipes, you will enjoy eating the feast you’ve helped to prepare!
Feel the rhythm of Ghana in this exciting workshop at the beach led by Cape Coast’s most talented drumming and dancing troupe. During this interactive session, you will learn Ghanaian songs and dances, as well as the stories and traditions that accompany them such as the ancient art of the “talking drum”, a fascinating form of communication once used to send messages between villages.
Whether you’re dancing, drumming, or just soaking up the energy of the powerful beats and dynamic movements that bring Ghanaian culture to life, this workshop is fun, engaging, and a true cultural highlight of any visit to Ghana!
Discover the beauty, meaning, and elegance of African head wrapping in this culturally immersive workshop with Auntie. For centuries, headwraps have been a symbol of pride, identity, and celebration across Africa, worn by both men and women to express faith, status, and style.
In this session, you will learn the cultural significance behind headwraps and master five different styles. Aunties Asana and Hajiha will guide you through each fold and knot, teaching you how to create headwraps for different occasions, from traditional ceremonies to everyday wear. Upon completion, you will leave with your favorite two-yard piece of African wax print fabric, new styling skills, and a deeper appreciation for this timeless African art.
Join us at the Global Mamas Fair Trade Zone to experience our innovative approach to using a traditional Kente loom to weave water hyacinth, a highly invasive aquatic weed. You will be guided by the Mamas through the process of preparing hyacinth fibers and weaving them with cotton thread while gaining insight into the time, skill, and creativity that go into every sustainable woven creation.
By the end of the session, you can take pride in knowing you had a small part in improving the biodiversity of the Volta River by transforming water hyacinth into a beautiful woven item that you can take home as a meaningful reminder of your time spent with the Mamas at the Fair Trade Zone.
Discover how sustainability and creativity come together at our unique Papermaking Workshop at the Global Mamas Fair Trade Zone. You’ll directly improve biodiversity in the nearby Volta River by joining the Mamas in transforming water hyacinth, a highly invasive aquatic weed, into beautiful, eco-friendly handmade paper you can take home.
You will get a behind-the-scenes look at each step of the process, from breaking down the fibers to forming and pressing sheets of paper. Whether you’re a craft lover, an eco-enthusiast, or simply curious about local innovation, this workshop offers a meaningful and memorable way to explore Ghanaian ingenuity while improving biodiversity and supporting sustainable livelihoods.
SOAPMAKING WORKSHOP
Learn how nature and tradition come together in this enriching workshop at the Fair Trade Zone. Roll up your sleeves and join the Mamas in crafting natural body butter and soap using raw shea butter, essential oils, and other skin-loving ingredients. From measuring and melting to mixing and pouring, you will be hands-on every step of the way as you create your own nourishing skincare products. Along the way, you will gain insight into the benefits of shea butter and the importance of natural ingredients in Ghanaian self-care traditions.
After this workshop, which is the perfect blend of wellness and culture, you will leave with your own handmade shea soap and shea body butter that are infused with your favorite scents.
Step into the vibrant world of beading at the Global Mamas Fair Trade Zone, where creativity meets culture. In this hands-on workshop, you will work alongside the Mamas to explore the art of bead assembly, a skill deeply rooted in tradition and craftsmanship.
Perfect for all ages and skill levels, you will learn how to design and assemble your own piece of jewelry using an array of colorful, locally-crafted beads. Whether it’s a bracelet, necklace, or ornament, you will select your favorite colors and patterns to create a unique accessory that reflects your personal style and keeps you connected to Ghanaian culture.
Uncover the beauty and tradition of Ghanaian bead making in the heart of Odumase-Krobo, the “bead making capital” of Ghana. In this immersive workshop, you will join master craftsman, Moses, in his workshop to learn every step of the bead-making process, from raw materials to wearable art.
You will learn how to use age-old techniques and natural materials like termite clay, palm kernels, and cassava stalks to transform recycled glass into stunning, colorful beads. You will have the opportunity to craft your own beads by pounding recycled glass, choosing your colors, filling the molds, firing in a kiln, and assembling a bracelet to take home.
