Little ones will catch the reading bug with our new story time sessions in our Children’s Gallery, led by Emma from GV Library. Inspired by our new exhibition Once Upon a Time, each story time will begin with a reading, followed by a hands-on crafting activity that brings the stories to life. Best suited to […]
With the SAM Kids Art Trail, kids and families can embark on an adventure around the museum through a free, self-guided booklet containing puzzles, activities, and fun prompts that bring the gallery to life. Pick up your free Art Trail booklet at the front desk and get ready to discover art like never before! No bookings […]
Journey through the natural world with artist Anthea Kemp! In this hands-on workshop, kids will learn how to use gouache paints to create masterpieces inspired by the great outdoors. With Anthea as their guide, young artists will discover how to observe the world around them and turn what they see into bold, colourful paintings – […]
In this creative workshop inspired by artist Vipoo Srivilasa’s funky Flower Bears, kids will transform a Styrofoam bear into a one-of-a-kind character using a mix of materials. Through playful exploration of texture, pattern, and personal flair, each bear will become a unique character blooming with personality and imagination. This workshop is suitable for kids aged […]
Join us at SAM for an evening in-conversation event between artist Belinda Fox and SAM Artistic Director Danny Lacy. Over an hour, the pair will explore Fox’s creative practice, which spans a range of disciplines and mediums, and the ideas and inspirations behind her recent showcase, More Than This. Event details: Date + time: Thursday 17 […]
Take a leaf out of artist Belinda Fox’s book to make your own botanical paper sculpture! Belinda will guide kids as they begin with still-life watercolour drawing from a bouquet of local blooms; then, it’s time to go 3D! Drawings will be brought to life by introducing fantastical 3D elements that invite the wildest of […]
Kids are invited to step into the shoes of an artist with our new program, Whiteley’s Studio for Kids! Inspired by our brand-new exhibition, Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio, young artists can access a variety of materials to draw, paint, scribble and swirl their ideas to create one giant collective artwork. Kids can experiment freely, […]
SAM Presents: Whiteley (2017) Saturday Screenings Dive deeper into the creative and personal life of Brett Whiteley with compelling feature-length documentary Whiteley (2017), screened in conjunction with exhibition Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio. Join us on selected Saturdays in SAM’s Level 4 viewing space for a free, relaxed screening that sheds light on Whiteley’s artistic […]
Join us at SAM for this live in-conversation event featuring 2025 Theodore Urbach Landscape Painting Prize and Studio Scholarship recipient Anthea Kemp and SAM Curator - Community Caroline Esbenshade. Together, they’ll dive into Kemp's three-month experience at SAM undertaking the Urbach scholarship period, her collaboration with the Euroa Arboretum, and the growth she has experienced both during […]
SAM Club Term 3: Art Ignite your child’s creativity with SAM Club! This after-school program is perfect for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity. Over the year, students participate in creative projects that focus on a range of different areas of study, including Art, English, Humanities and Science. […]
SAM Makes: DIY Sketchbook with Kat Parker Discover the meditative and rewarding craft of bookbinding in this hands-on workshop led by local artist Kat Parker. Perfect for beginners and creatives alike, this session will guide you through the process of constructing your own unique hand-bound book using the timeless Coptic stitch technique – a binding […]
SAM x Mitchelton Estate: An evening with Whiteley Traversing from SAM to Mitchelton Estate, you’re invited to join us for an intimate evening of art, conversation, and fine dining. Guests will experience an after-hours viewing of blockbuster exhibition Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio and an exclusive talk on Whiteley’s practice and impact from art historian […]
Educator Professional Learning: Ceramic Little People with Aleisa Miksad In this hands-on Educator Professional Learning Workshop, local ceramicist and educator Aleisa Miksad will guide you through a creative clay-building session inspired by Vipoo Srivilasa’s Little People series. Together, you’ll explore how to bring identity and storytelling to life through clay, using techniques and themes that can be […]
Kids are invited to step into the shoes of an artist with our new program, Whiteley’s Studio for Kids! Inspired by our brand-new exhibition, Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio, young artists can access a variety of materials to draw, paint, scribble and swirl their ideas to create one giant collective artwork. Kids can experiment freely, […]
