UPDATE: This program has now sold out - keep an eye on our social channels for updates on SAM Club Term 2. Designed to engage young minds, SAM Club is weekly after-school program for primary-aged kids in grades 2-6 who love to learn. Over the year, students participate in creative projects that focus on a […]
UPDATE: This session of Clay School will no longer be held on 15 March - to hear about future sessions of Clay School, sign up to our monthly newsletter, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. SAM Clay School: Wheel Throwing 101 Join Kialla-based ceramicist Denielle Anderson in this beginner-friendly clay throwing intensive that teaches you the fundamentals […]
SAM Presents: Field Drawing with Kerrie Poliness Make your mark with SAM Art Wall feature artist Kerrie Poliness in this participatory large-scale line drawing session that will flow down the lawn of SAM’s Orchard Hill. Together, Poliness and participants will map out a line drawing in the artist's signature abstract, geometric style that expands on […]
SAM’s much-loved school holiday program brings school holiday fun and hands-on crafting to Kialla Central Hall and Congupna Community Centre, inviting 4- to 12-year-olds to stay creative while school’s out. SAM Camp on the Road: Kialla's Tales & Treasures Tuesday 8 April, drop in between 11am-3pm Kialla Central Hall, 135 Central Kialla Road, Kialla VIC 3631 […]
SAM’s much-loved school holiday program brings school holiday fun and hands-on crafting to Kialla Central Hall and Congupna Community Centre, inviting 4- to 12-year-olds to stay creative while school’s out. SAM Camp on the Road: Congupna's Creative Sports Day Wednesday 9 April, drop in between 11am-3pm Congupna Community Centre, 3560 Katamatite-Shepparton Main Rd, Congupna VIC […]
Get ready for a day of mesmerising patterns, swirling colours, and creative exploration inspired by artist Kerrie Poliness! In this hands-on workshop, kids will dive into the world of geometric designs, experimenting with spirograph drawings and transforming them into dynamic 3D artworks. Session 1: Spirograph Play & Thread Art (Ages 4-8) Younger participants will start […]
Step outside and let nature be your inspiration! In this special plein air painting session, kids will work alongside painter Greg Beckenham, capturing the beauty of Victoria Park Lake through expressive brushstrokes and vibrant colours. Young artists will begin by experimenting with colour mixing and brush techniques, learning how to paint the sky, water, and […]
Kids will dive into the world of nature-inspired art with this workshop influenced by Lin Onus’ Floodwater ‘Woorong Nucko’. Over an hour, kids will create their own reflective landscapes using watercolour painting techniques. SAM Autumn Camp: On The Flip Side – Reflective Landscapes in Watercolour Morning session – suitable for ages 6-9 years 11am-12pm Afternoon session – suitable […]
Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddlers x See Make Play! We're once again partnering with the legends at See Make Play to present hands-on sessions of sensory play and exploration for toddlers, with art activities designed especially to support early childhood development. Please note that this program may use materials such as paint, water, and […]
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 […]
Art as Business Are you an artist living and working in the Goulburn Valley looking to strengthen the business side of your creative practice? Join us at the Shepparton Art Museum for Art as Business, a two-day professional development intensive designed to support and upskill regional artists. Across the weekend, you’ll gain insights into the […]
Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddlers x See Make Play! We're once again partnering with the legends at See Make Play to present hands-on sessions of sensory play and exploration for toddlers, with art activities designed especially to support early childhood development. Please note that this program may use materials such as paint, water, and […]
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 […]
Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddlers x See Make Play! We're once again partnering with the legends at See Make Play to present hands-on sessions of sensory play and exploration for toddlers, with art activities designed especially to support early childhood development. Please note that this program may use materials such as paint, water, and […]
Educator Professional Learning: Whiteley After Dark Step into the world of Brett Whiteley with this special after-hours session designed exclusively for educators. This relaxed and informative evening will introduce teachers to Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio, offering valuable insights into the themes, artworks, and ideas explored in the exhibition. The program will familiarise teachers with […]
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 […]
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. […]
Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddlers x See Make Play! We're once again partnering with the legends at See Make Play to present hands-on sessions of sensory play and exploration for toddlers, with art activities designed especially to support early childhood development. Please note that this program may use materials such as paint, water, and […]
Artist Masterclass: Ceramic Little People with Aleisa Miksad In this hands-on 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 handbuilding techniques to create your own ceramic figurine full of expression and […]
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. […]
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 […]
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. […]
Bar SAM returns for a special midwinter edition in partnership with Shepparton Arts Festival to celebrate Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio at Shepparton Art Museum. Inspired by artist Brett Whiteley’s own stylish art parties, you’re invited to throw on something blue and join us on SAM’s Level 4, where the Elsewhere at SAM crew will […]
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 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. […]
Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddlers x See Make Play! We're once again partnering with the legends at See Make Play to present hands-on sessions of sensory play and exploration for toddlers, with art activities designed especially to support early childhood development. Please note that this program may use materials such as paint, water, and […]
SAM Presents: Life Drawing at Mitchelton Estate Set against the backdrop of sweeping vineyard views at Mitchelton Estate, you’re invited to join us for a special life drawing session led by artist Elsie Preston, inspired by the figurative paintings of artist Brett Whiteley. Over the 90-minute session, Preston will guide you through a series of […]
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. […]
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, […]
Kids are invited to step into the shoes of an artist with our new program, Whiteley’s Studio for Kids! Inspired by our current 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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Flock to SAM for a hoot of a clay workshop! Inspired by Brett Whiteley’s love of birds, this workshop led by SAM programs staff invites kids to spread their creative wings as they hand-sculpt their very own clay owl. At the end, every camper will have created a one-of-a-kind piece to perch proudly at home! […]
Flock to SAM for a hoot of a clay workshop! Inspired by Brett Whiteley’s love of birds, this workshop led by SAM programs staff invites kids to spread their creative wings as they hand-sculpt their very own clay owl. At the end, every camper will have created a one-of-a-kind piece to perch proudly at home! […]
SAM’s much-loved school holiday program is bringing spring holiday fun and hands-on crafting to Kialla Central Hall and Congupna Community Centre, inviting 4- to 12-year-olds to stay creative while school’s out. In this edition of SAM Camp On the Road, step into the shoes of an artist as we unpack Brett Whiteley’s art-filled suitcase and […]
SAM’s much-loved school holiday program is bringing spring holiday fun and hands-on crafting to Kialla Central Hall and Congupna Community Centre, inviting 4- to 12-year-olds to stay creative while school’s out. In this edition of SAM Camp On the Road, step into the shoes of an artist as we unpack Brett Whiteley’s art-filled suitcase and […]
Kids are invited to step into the shoes of an artist with our new program, Whiteley’s Studio for Kids! Inspired by our current 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 […]
Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddlers x See Make Play! We're once again partnering with the legends at See Make Play to present hands-on sessions of sensory play and exploration for toddlers, with art activities designed especially to support early childhood development. Please note that this program may use materials such as paint, water, and […]
SAM Club Term 4: Science Join us for SAM Club Term 4 (the last for 2025) - our after-school program for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity! This term, science and art collide to unleash new ideas and spark new inspiration. From biology to chemistry and everything in […]
SAM Club Term 4: Science Join us for SAM Club Term 4 (the last for 2025) - our after-school program for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity! This term, science and art collide to unleash new ideas and spark new inspiration. From biology to chemistry and everything in […]
SAM Club Term 4: Science Join us for SAM Club Term 4 (the last for 2025) - our after-school program for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity! This term, science and art collide to unleash new ideas and spark new inspiration. From biology to chemistry and everything in […]
Seasonal Exhibition Celebration | JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live, SAM Open, Yuria Okamura, Prue Venables + Philip Hickingbotham Join us at SAM for an evening celebration welcoming a new season of exhibitions. From the opening of Koorie Heritage Trust’s touring show JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live to looking back on another incredible exhibition of talented […]
SAM Club Term 4: Science Join us for SAM Club Term 4 (the last for 2025) - our after-school program for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity! This term, science and art collide to unleash new ideas and spark new inspiration. From biology to chemistry and everything in […]
Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddlers x See Make Play! We're once again partnering with the legends at See Make Play to present hands-on sessions of sensory play and exploration for toddlers, with art activities designed especially to support early childhood development. Please note that this program may use materials such as paint, water, and […]
SAM Club Term 4: Science Join us for SAM Club Term 4 (the last for 2025) - our after-school program for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity! This term, science and art collide to unleash new ideas and spark new inspiration. From biology to chemistry and everything in […]
SAM Club Term 4: Science Join us for SAM Club Term 4 (the last for 2025) - our after-school program for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity! This term, science and art collide to unleash new ideas and spark new inspiration. From biology to chemistry and everything in […]
Spring at Summerhill - Friends of SAM Garden Party The Friends of SAM Committee invite members and friends to join them for a garden party at Summerhill, a charming setting overlooking the Goulburn River. Enjoy a spring afternoon outdoors amongst friends, with afternoon tea, garden strolls and live music, plus a raffle of garden-themed prizes. […]
SAM Club Term 4: Science Join us for SAM Club Term 4 (the last for 2025) - our after-school program for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity! This term, science and art collide to unleash new ideas and spark new inspiration. From biology to chemistry and everything in […]
SAM Club Term 4: Science Join us for SAM Club Term 4 (the last for 2025) - our after-school program for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity! This term, science and art collide to unleash new ideas and spark new inspiration. From biology to chemistry and everything in […]
Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddlers x See Make Play! We're once again partnering with the legends at See Make Play to present hands-on sessions of sensory play and exploration for toddlers, with art activities designed especially to support early childhood development. Please note that this program may use materials such as paint, water, and […]
SAM Club Term 4: Science Join us for SAM Club Term 4 (the last for 2025) - our after-school program for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity! This term, science and art collide to unleash new ideas and spark new inspiration. From biology to chemistry and everything in […]
Our SAM Kids Summer Art Trail leads kids and families on an adventure around the museum through a free, self-guided booklet containing puzzles, activities, scavenger hunts and more. Pick up your free Art Trail booklet at the front desk and get ready to discover art like never before! No bookings are required for this Art Trail activity. Designed for kids […]
SAM Summer Camp: Shrinky Dink Charms Using the magic of shrink plastic, kids take inspiration from the bold graphics of JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live to design their own custom shrinky-dink creations and take them home, ready to clip on to bags and pencil cases as a funky charm! This workshop is suitable for kids aged 5-12. All participants must be accompanied by an adult. Program […]
SAM Summer Camp: On the Road with Family Haven SAM Camp is back on the road, and this time we’re coming to Mooroopna with Family Haven! Kids and families are invited to drop in to our free hands-on workshop, where we’ll be sculpting own athlete-inspired tennis ball figurines as tennis mania takes over for the summer! This workshop is suitable for kids aged 4-10. All participants must be accompanied by an adult. Program Details Date + Time: Tuesday 13 January, drop in from 10am – […]
SAM Summer Camp: Fantastic Beasts in Print Discover the art of printmaking in this exciting workshop inspired by Kat Parker’s fantastic fauna prints in the Community Gallery! Kids will be introduced to the process of making prints, from etching designs to pressing to paper. This workshop is suitable for kids aged 5-12. All participants must […]
SAM Summer Camp: Painting Tapestry Tales with Sarah Levett Guided by Wiradjuri/Gundungurra artist Sarah Levett, kids will learn how to use symbols to tell their own stories in this delightful workshop. Over an hour, kids will create a mini hanging tapestry using symbols to represent themselves, their family, or home, while learning about the way […]
SAM Summer Camp: Spin It! Intro to Wheel-Throwing Get behind the wheel in this exciting pottery workshop for teens! Over two hours, participants will learn the basics of working with clay on a pottery wheel, experimenting with forming simple vessels to fire in the kiln. Ceramics can be very messy - participants are encouraged to […]
SAM Summer Camp: World Cup Crafts with Tully Moore Get World Cup ready in this creative workshop led by artist Tully Moore! Kids and families are invited to drop in to create their own soccer flag and mascot designs to celebrate the FIFA World Cup in 2026 and the Shepparton community’s passion for football. This program is suited to all ages – children under 12 years must be accompanied […]
SAM Toddlers 2026 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 explore colours, […]
SAM Presents: An Evening with the Australian Tapestry Workshop With a major tapestry slated to enter the SAM Collection in mid-2026, we invite you to join us for an exclusive evening that goes behind the scenes at the Australian Tapestry Workshop in South Melbourne to discover the fascinating project translating artist Philip Hunter’s 2008 painting Salt […]
Date night, friends’ drinks, end-of-week debrief – Bar SAM, your favourite location for an evening out, is here for 2026. We’ve teamed up with the Elsewhere at SAM crew to bring you an ambient bar experience on our Level 4, where you can enjoy drinks and bar snacks in an architectural space while taking in the best […]
SAM Club 2026: Term 1 SAM Club, our after-school workshop program for kids who love to learn, is back for Term 1 2026! Designed for primary students in grades 2-6, SAM Club connects kids to our exhibitions, artists, and new artmaking techniques, encouraging curiosity and creative exploration. In SAM Club Term 1, local artist Kat […]
Educator Professional Learning After Dark: Nyini Woka (My Place) Join the SAM Education Team for a special after-hours look at new major exhibition Nyini Woka (My Place), exclusively for educators. Bringing Yorta Yorta artists and stories into dialogue with broader First Nations voices from across the continent, Nyini Woka (My Place) features artworks from Vincent […]
SAM Storytime with Emma (GV Libraries) Little ones will catch the reading bug with our new story time sessions in our Children’s Gallery, led by Emma from GV Library. Each 45-minute story time will begin with a lively reading by Emma, followed by a hands-on crafting activity that brings the stories to life. Program details […]
Bar SAM | 6 March Date night, friends’ drinks, end-of-week debrief – elevate your Friday nights at Bar SAM. We’ve teamed up with the Elsewhere at SAM crew to bring you an ambient bar experience on our Level 4, where you can enjoy drinks and bar snacks in an architectural space while taking in the best view […]
SAM Seasonal Exhibition Celebration | 21 March Enjoy an evening of art, connection, and conversation as SAM celebrates a new season of exhibitions on 21 March. Discover major new exhibition Nyini Woka: My Place alongside new installations from artists Raafat Ishak, Fran O’Neill, Tully Moore, and Aleisa Miksad, and experience the museum after-hours, with refreshments […]
Join one of Australia’s most significant contemporary artists, Raafat Ishak, and SAM Artistic Director Danny Lacy for an evening conversation event exploring Ishak’s 2026 commission for the Furphy Family Art Wall on SAM’s Level 4. The pair will delve into Ishak’s artistic and academic practice, and the local history that lies behind Sherbourne Bear at […]
Update: This event has been cancelled by Gertrude Contemporary ____________________________________________________________________ Gertrude Contemporary Art on the Road 2026: Educator Professional Development with artist Jenna Lee The team at Gertrude Contemporary are returning to SAM on Friday 27 March for another iteration of Art on the Road – an annual professional development program for educators featuring presentations […]
SAM Toddlers 2026 | April 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 […]
Bar SAM | 10 April Date night, friends’ drinks, end-of-week debrief – elevate your Friday nights at Bar SAM. We’ve teamed up with the Elsewhere at SAM crew to bring you an ambient bar experience on our Level 4, where you can enjoy drinks and bar snacks in an architectural space while taking in the best view […]
SAM Autumn Camp: Watercolour Landsapes with Oriana Teasdale Learn to layer a landscape in watercolour with this hands-on painting workshop! Led by local artist Oriana Teasdale, kids will take inspiration from exhibitions at SAM, discovering everything from washes of colour to creating texture to make their own unique watercolour painting. This workshop is suitable for […]
SAM Autumn Camp: Picasso On The Road — Kialla Central Creativity comes to you in SAM Camp: Picasso on the Road! We’re heading back out to Kialla Central with a SAM Van-load of art activities to keep kids busy and creative these school holidays. Drop in to discover hands-on crafts from collage to sculpture, all […]
SAM Autumn Camp: Picasso On The Road — Congupna Creativity comes to you in SAM Camp: Picasso on the Road! We’re heading back out to Congupna Community Centre with a SAM Van-load of art activities to keep kids busy and creative these school holidays. Drop in to discover hands-on crafts from collage to sculpture, all […]
SAM Autumn Camp: Wonky Pot Painting Get glazing and decorate your own weird and wonderful wonky pot in this hands-on workshop! Kids will explore ceramics from the SAM Collection for inspiration before diving into decorating their own pre-made pot, experimenting with colours and shapes to produce their own uniquely designed ceramic. Each piece will be […]
SAM Autumn Camp: Spin It! Intro to Wheel-Throwing Get behind the wheel in this exciting pottery workshop for teens! Over two hours, participants will learn the basics of working with clay on a pottery wheel, experimenting with forming simple vessels to fire in the kiln. Ceramics can be very messy – participants are encouraged to […]
Craft and chat with us at the SAM Van at the Tatura Market! The SAM Van is back on the road, and this time we’re coming to Tatura Market! Kids and families are invited to drop in to our free hands-on workshop, where we’ll be crafting our very own Picasso-inspired portraits as we gear up […]
SAM Talks: Fran O'Neill Join us at SAM for an in-conversation event with 2026 SAM Selectd artist Fran O’Neil and SAM Community Curator Caroline Esbenshade. Over an hour, the pair will explore Fran's creative processes, her time spent in the New York arts scene, and the inspirations behind her recent exhibition On The Move, now […]
SAM Storytime with Emma (GV Libraries) Little ones will catch the reading bug with our new story time sessions in our Children’s Gallery, led by Emma from GV Library. Each 45-minute story time will begin with a lively reading by Emma, followed by a hands-on crafting activity that brings the stories to life. Program details […]
Petit Picasso Studio for Kids | 23 May Step into a world of colours, shapes and wild creativity with Petit Picasso Studio for Kids! Inspired by our brand-new exhibition, Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso, these free monthly drop-in workshops invite kids to imagine themselves in their very own artist studio, complete with an array of […]
Opening Day Celebration | Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso Celebrate the opening of Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso with a vibrant day of art, creativity, and entertainment at SAM. Enjoy family-friendly activities, hands-on creative workshops, outdoor activations, delicious treats, and a special afternoon talk from Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki’s Senior Curator of International […]
SAM Talks: Bringing Facing Modernity to Australia with Dr. Sophie Matthiesson Join Dr. Sophie Matthiesson, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki Senior Curator, International Art, for a special afternoon talk introducing Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso and tracing the exhibition’s journey from a private collection in New York City to New Zealand, and now across the Tasman to SAM. Event Details: […]
Educator Professional Learning After Dark | Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso Join us for a special after-hours look at Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso, exclusively for primary and secondary school educators. Tracing the major art movements of the modern era, the exhibition brings together 37 artworks by influential artists including Paul Cezanne, Salvador Dalí, Barbara […]
SAM Toddlers 2026 | June 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 […]
SAM Talks: The Urbach 2026 with Kate Lewis Delve into life inside the SAM Artist Studio in our upcoming talk featuring artist Kate Lewis, winner of the 2026 Urbach Prize & Scholarship, and Caroline Esbenshade, SAM Curator – Community. Together, they’ll explore Lewis' three-month experience at SAM undertaking the Urbach scholarship period, learnings she’s drawn […]
SAM Deep Dives: An Introduction to Modernism with Professor Anthony White (Online) - Lecture series Step into one of the most influential movements in nineteenth- and twentieth-century art and discover how the Modernists both responded to and helped shape the changing world around them with this online seminar presented by University of Melbourne’s Professor Anthony […]
Guided tour of Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso | 13 June Discover fascinating insights into the key artworks and artists of Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso with our guided exhibition tours. Led by SAM Programs Coordinator Bryony Large, these tours allow a deeper insight into the themes, historical contexts and artistic techniques on display. Our […]
