For children and families

Find out what fun and engaging activities the Gallery has on offer for children, young adults and the whole family.

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Artmaking for everyone: My pocket landscape
FREE

Saturday 7 December 2024 – Sunday 2 February 2025 |
10 am - 4 pm daily

Be inspired by the Gallery’s iconic view of the landscape and craft your own miniature version that fits inside your pocket.

All materials supplied. Suitable for families – all ages and abilities.

Children under 14 must be supervised by an adult.

No bookings required.
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Image Credit: Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre. @lifewiththeleipers

Gallery Playdate for small visitors

  • Wednesday 5 February 2025 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Wednesday 5 March 2025 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Wednesday 2 April 2025 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Wednesday 7 May 2025 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Join us in the gallery foyer for creativity and fun!

Our relaxed and engaging sessions are for children aged 6 months - 5 years and their carers. Guided art-making activities are suited to children aged 3-5, while younger children aged 6 months - 2 years can enjoy sensory play, story time, and join in creating artworks.

Each session is based on a current exhibition and uses creative play to develop imagination and skills.

Join us for one or more sessions! Book your tickets and mark your calendars for a creative and playful experience!

Bookings essential.

 

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Woven wristbands. Image courtesy the artist.

Art Play: Woven Wristband
FREE

  • Wednesday 9 April 2025 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Friday 11 April 2025 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Wednesday 23 April 2025 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Drop in and create a woven wristband with Bulaan Buruugaa Ngali artist Kyra Togo.

Family friendly activity. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All materials included.

No bookings required.

Art Play 2024 – 2025 is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre Inc.

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Bulaan Buruugaa Ngali Exhibition is a touring exhibition is an Arts Northern Rivers project, in partnership with Grafton Regional Gallery, presented by Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre and Lismore Regional Gallery. This project was made possible by the Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support Program, the NSW Government through Create NSW, the Dobell Exhibition Grant Program, funded by the Sir William Dobell Art Foundation and managed by Museums & Galleries of NSW, and the Australian Government Regional Arts Fund.

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Image credit: Kyra Togo with Ganngaan Leern Duu – Remembering the past, Bulaan Buruugaa Ngali Exhibition by Arts Northern Rivers. Photo Kate Holmes

Art Maker: Woven Gathering Bowl

  • Wednesday 16 April 2025 | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Join artist Kyra Togo for a special gathering bowl workshop for young people. Share stories and learn new skills inspired by the Bulaan Buruugaa Ngali exhibition.

For ages 7 – 15 years. Parents and carers welcome to stay. All materials included.

Cost $25

Bookings essential.