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 […]
Archibald in the Classroom: SAM Van Outreach Program | September – November 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 September to November, the SAM team will travel to schools with the SAM […]
SAM Club 2026: Term 4 SAM Club invites creative kids in Years 2–6 to explore and make art in this dynamic after-school workshop series! For the final term of 2026, SAM Club kids will begin with an Archibald Prize-inspired exploration of portraiture, led by artist Greg Beckenham, before discovering the possibilities of textile art with […]
Bar SAM | 16 October Date night, friends’ drinks, end-of-week debrief – Bar SAM is back for a final 2026 session on 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 […]
SAM Presents: Portrait Painting with Carmel Robertson Discover the art of portrait painting in this hands-on workshop with local artist Carmel Robertson, inspired by the Archibald Prize 2026 at SAM. Whether you’re new to portraiture or looking to develop your painting skills, this workshop will guide you through the foundations of creating a realistic portrait […]
UniMelb Italian 6 Students Present: Non tutti i ladri vengono per nuocere (The Virtuous Burglar) What happens when a burglar gets caught red-handed – not by the police, but by the owner sneaking home with his mistress? Chaos, sharp satire, and an avalanche of frantic cover-ups. Enjoy an evening of live performance from University of […]
SAM Toddlers 2026 | December Join us for creative playtime with SAM Toddlers! Little ones can enjoy a hands-on session of sensory play, exploring an array of art activities that encourage early creativity while stimulating different developmental areas. Toddlers can move across several activity stations, including: – Messy Arts Play: A space for little hands to […]
