UPCOMING WORKSHOPS/EVENTS
TRAVELLING PUBLIC PROGRAM
Incursions for early learning centres, schools & aged care facilities
SHOWING DATES:
3 FEB – 28 FEB
NATIONAL GALLERY ART CASE: COUNTRY (COPPER CASE)
Explore works of art from the National Gallery of Australia up close and in person.
From Monday 3 February to Friday 28 February the Western Downs Regional Council’s Arts and Culture team are bringing this educational case to schools and community groups of the region. This program is suitable for kindergarten, primary and secondary students as well as aged care facilities.
The Country Art Case brings together First Nations’ works showcasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, ideas and stories about land and Country. Many of the works in this case are made by using natural material, sometimes sourced via cultural collection. Knowing how material is collected from the environment can give an insight into the relationship Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have with the natural surroundings. This case also looks at the shared histories of First Nations and non-First Nations peoples since colonisation, and the adaptive nature of First Nations peoples when looking after and utilising their land and Country. First Nations’ ideas and philosophies provide a holistic view of land and Country, connecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through place, spirit, culture, practice and ceremony.
Register a visit to Dogwood Crossing, Miles or book an incursion where we visit your school or community group by calling Amy Bevan our Exhibitions and Public Programs Officer on 07 4679 4312 or emailing
The National Gallery’s Art Cases are generously supported by the Neilson Foundation with grateful acknowledgement of founding patrons Elaine and Jim Wolfensohn.
Image: Installation view, ‘Country’ Art Case (copper), 2023, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra © the artists
NEW PROGRAM
ARTful Beginnings
This program is designed for babies aged from 4 months until their first birthday and is best suited for babies who are not yet walking. If you are unsure whether ARTful Beginnings is the right fit for you and your baby, or if you have any access needs or other queries about the event, please don’t hesitate to contact in advance of the program.
Participation and content
- These events are a great way to meet fellow parents with young babies
- We understand that babies sometimes make noise, and that’s perfectly ok
- Parents and guardians are invited to join in with songs and sensory games to help engage their babies throughout the program. You are welcome to participate or just listen
- Pram parking will be available at this event
- The exhibition tour involves walking and standing for short periods of time. We recommend using a baby carrier or sling during this portion of the program, however if you prefer not to carry your baby, prams are also welcome in the gallery spaces
- Parents rooms are available at Dogwood Crossing
Sensory aspects
- Please let us know in advance if you or your child are hard of hearing so we can make this tour accessible for you
- Due to the nature of our young audience, ARTful Beginnings can get a little noisy. There may also be low level noise from a nearby artwork or the sounds of the Gallery
- Floor cushions, ottomans and stools without backs will be available during the sensory play session at the end of the program
- The Gallery air conditioning is set to 21°C to conserve the artworks. We recommend bringing a light jumper or jacket with you
Food and drink
- Breastfeeding and bottle feeding are welcome anywhere in the Gallery
- For the safety of artworks, food and drink cannot be consumed in the Gallery except by children seated in a pram
Capacity
This event has a maximum capacity of 14 babies and their parent/s or guardian/s
First session will be Tuesday 25 February, 10.30am – 11.15am
To register phone 07 4628 5330 or email
MINIMAKERS for school aged children 6+
Wings and Things
with Elise Heather Woods
Design and decorate your own insect with reclaimed materials. Use found, second hand and upcycled items to create a collage insect artwork with artist Elise at this one hour hands-on kids’ art workshop.
She will help guide each budding artist to bring their vision to life while helping them practice their fine motor skills, problem solving, patience and creativity.
DATE: Saturday 5 April 2025
VENUE: Murilla Room, Dogwood Crossing, Miles
TIME: 9:30am to 10:30am
COST: $5.00
To register, email or phone 07 4628 5330
Bookings essential
About the Artist
Toowoomba based artist Elise Heather is a self-taught artist who creates textile works from mixed media. The themes of Elise’s works are inspired by nature, the unseen and forgotten as well as her experiences with ASD, as a neurodivergent person and a parent to one.
Image: Courtesy of the artist
STORYTIME FOR TODDLERS
SESSION DATES, SESSION TIMES ARE 10.30AM – 11.30AM
To Register click HERE
Tuesday 11 Feb – @ the Gallery
Tuesday 18 Feb – @ the Library
Tuesday 11 Mar – @ the Gallery
Tuesday 18 Mar – @ the Library
Tuesday 8 Apr – @ the Gallery
Tuesday 15 Apr – @ the Library
Tuesday 13 May – @ the Gallery
Tuesday 10 Jun – @ the Gallery
Tuesday 17 Jun – @ the Library
Tuesday 8 Jul – @ the Gallery
Tuesday 15 Jul – @ the Library
Tuesday 12 Aug – @ the Gallery
Tuesday 19 Aug – @ the Library
Tuesday 9 Sep – @ the Gallery
Tuesday 16 Sep – @ the Library
Tuesday 14 Oct – @ the Gallery
Tuesday 21 Oct – @ the Library
Tuesday 11 Nov – @ the Gallery
Tuesday 18 Nov – @ the Library
Tuesday 9 Dec – @ the Library
SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
Registration required
Outback Film Club Tour
Thursday 16 January 2025, 1.30pm – 4pm
LEGO Spike
Tuesday 21 January 2025, 10am – 11am
