ARTS IN THE YARD

FREE EVENT

Join us for ARTS IN THE YARD, a free public program aimed at introducing budding artists of all ages to contemporary arts practices in an entertaining and approachable way. This is an all-inclusive arts workshop, please bring yourself and your family and enjoy the delight of learning and making in one of Newcastle’s most historic spaces.

Activities are developed in response to works featured in our current exhibition and are delivered through two convenient 45 minute-long sessions, from 10:30AM - 11:15AM and 11:30AM - 12:15AM. We welcome families of mixed ages and abilities and strongly encourage parents and caregivers to join in on the fun. 

Each session begins with a mini tour of The Lock-Up’s historical spaces and a viewing of The Lock-Up’s current exhibition, followed by a free, child-friendly workshop presented in the historical men’s exercise yard.

Led by a dedicated facilitator from The Lock-Up team, ARTS IN THE YARD encourages the next generation of creatives by giving them the tools as well as the confidence to comfortably learn about contemporary arts practices.

This is a free program for children of all ages and their families. ARTS IN THE YARD has been developed to ensure equal and accessible access. If you have any requests for accessibility, please feel free to contact The Lock-Up staff at info@thelockup.org.au

Please note:

- Children cannot be left unattended during ARTS IN THE YARD.

- If you are not at the workshop within 15 minutes of the start time your place may be given to another family.

- Please book for number of children attending only :)

- If the event is shown as SOLD OUT, please contact us, we allocate a limited number of drop-in places each week!

ARTS IN THE YARD has been made possible through the support of Newcastle Port Community Contribution Fund.

Image Credit: Ben Adams