Picasso on the Road: SAM Van Outreach Program | May – September The SAM Van Outreach Program, delivered by SAM museum professionals, brings our exhibitions to life beyond the gallery, providing engaging, hands-on learning experiences directly to schools and community spaces. From May to September 2026, the SAM Van will bring a set of cases […]
Archibald Prize 2026 Children's Trail (free activity booklet) Little art lovers can explore the Archibald Prize 2026 at SAM with their very own Children’s Trail, packed with engaging activities that encourage kids to look closer and connect with the people and portraits of the Archibald Prize. Pick up a free copy of the Children’s Trail […]
SAM Deep Dives: Tracing the face — A history of portraiture with Professor Lisa Slade Join Professor Lisa Slade for a special evening lecture exploring the history and enduring power of portraiture. Beginning with Pliny the Elder’s story of a young woman tracing her lover’s shadow before their separation, Lisa will examine how portraiture has […]
SAM Spring Camp: Pawchibald Pet Paintings Create a prize-worthy portrait of your own furry friend! Inspired by the pets featured in this year’s Archibald Prize, this workshop allows kids to create their own artwork starring their beloved pet or animal of their choice. Beginning with a short tour of Archibald Prize 2026, kids will then […]
SAM Spring Camp: Archibald On The Road Inspired by the animal companions found throughout the Archibald Prize 2026 at SAM, this free drop-in workshop invites kids to create a playful portrait of a favourite pet or animal, with an assortment of art materials at their disposal. This is a free drop-in program—no registrations needed. All […]
SAM Spring Camp: Mirror Me Clay Self-Portraits This hands-on workshop invites kids to take a look in the mirror to create their own ceramic self-portrait, inspired by Camille Olsen-Ormandy’s vanity mirror-framed portrait in the Archibald Prize 2026. Beginning with a tour through the exhibition for inspiration, kids will head into the workshop to paint their […]
SAM Spring Camp: Paint Your Person Adults, take a seat — in this hands-on workshop, kids will step behind the easel to paint a portrait of their parents! Inspired by Loribelle Spirovski’s finger-painted portrait of Daniel Johns in the Archibald Prize 2026, kids and their accompanying adult will first tour the exhibition before heading into […]
Bar SAM | 16 October Date night, friends’ drinks, end-of-week debrief – Bar SAM is back just as we blossom into spring Friday 16 October from 5–8pm. We’ve teamed up with the Elsewhere at SAM crew to bring their delicious drinks, bar snacks, and amazing service to our rooftop terrace bar, so get a group […]
