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 […]
Join us at SAM for an in-conversation event with artist Dore Stockhausen and SAM Community Curator Caroline Esbenshade. Over an hour, the pair will explore Dore’s vibrant practice, which includes abstract paintings of interior spaces overlaid with aspects of nature and landscape, and the inspirations behind her recent exhibition for SAM Selects in SAM’s Community […]
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 […]
Date night, friends’ drinks, end-of-week debrief – Bar SAM returns on Thursday 17 April from 5.00-8.00pm to ring in the long weekend. We’re teaming 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 […]
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 […]
Join us at SAM for an in-conversation event with artist Dr. Bridget Hillebrand as she chats with SAM’s Artistic Director, Danny Lacy, about the creative process and inspirations behind her immense sculptural paper work River, her experiences at the Venice Biennale, and the new forms the work takes on in every new iteration. River is currently on display in The Shape of […]
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 […]
Regional creatives are warmly invited to an evening networking event ahead of Shepparton Art Museum’s Art as Business weekend intensive. Open to both Art as Business attendees and the general public, this event is an exciting opportunity to meet and connect with other creatives, expand your professional network, and gain valuable insights from a thought-provoking […]
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 […]
VCE Industry Insights – Vipoo Srivilasa Join renowned artist Vipoo Srivilasa at SAM for an insightful artist talk designed especially for VCE arts students. A prominent ceramicist known for his intricate porcelain sculptures, Srivilasa will share with students his creative process, the concepts that drive his work, and the techniques that shape his distinctive visual […]
Join us at SAM for an in-conversation event with renowned Thai-Australian artist Vipoo Srivilasa and SAM Artistic Director Danny Lacy. Together, the pair will explore Srivilasa’s rich creative practice and the spiritual and material inspirations behind Flower Bears, his new ceramics exhibition at SAM. Event details: Date + time: Thursday 22 May, 6.00-7.00pm Location: Level 2, […]
Date night, friends’ drinks, end-of-week debrief – Bar SAM returns on Friday 23 May from 5.00-8.00pm. We’re teaming 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 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 […]
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 […]
Opening celebration | Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio Join us at Shepparton Art Museum on Friday 27 June at 6pm as we celebrate the unveiling of our new major exhibition, Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio, on tour from Art Gallery of New South Wales and the Brett Whiteley Studio. The exciting event will include a first look at […]
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. […]
From the parties to the politics, take a step back in time to the Australian arts scene of the 60s,70s and 80s with this fascinating online talk presented by Professor Lisa Slade, University of Melbourne. Explored through the lens of Brett Whiteley’s lively creative practice, this session will build on the themes introduced in the Art-Party […]
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 […]
大家好，我是Stella。 我将在8月23日 周六下午2:30 在谢伯顿博物馆SAM（Shepparton Art Museum）提供中文普通话导览讲解服务。活动免费参加，无需预约，欢迎各位华人朋友前来参与支持。 日期：8月23日 周六 时间：下午2:30 地点：谢伯顿博物馆SAM（Shepparton Art Museum） 530 Wyndham St, Shepparton VIC 3630 无需预约，免费参加 ____ Introduction to Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio in Mandarin hosted by Stella. Program Details Date + Time: Saturday 23 August, 2.30pm Location: Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton […]
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. […]
Dip into the intriguing world of artwork conservation in this fascinating in-conversation event between paintings conservator and co-founder of c/o Studios, Robyn Ho, and SAM Exhibitions Manager Nick Baylart. From chemistry to sewing, artwork conservation blends diverse skills with steady hands to restore and maintain the splendour of beloved, delicate artworks. Together, Robyn and Nick will […]
سلام!من سکینه هستم .و من یک تور به زبان دری در موزیم هنر شپرتن در روز شنبه ۳۰ آگست، ساعت ۲:۳۰ بعد از ظهر برگزار میکنم .ورود رایگان است. همه خوش آمدید ____ Introduction to SAM Collection in Dari, hosted by Sakeena Program Details Date + Time: Saturday 30 August, 2.30pm Location: Shepparton Art Museum, […]
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 Deep Dives: The Many Shades of Blue with Professor Lisa Slade From poetry to painting, humans have been obsessed with the colour blue since early civilisation. Together with Professor Lisa Slade, we’ll explore the powerful symbolism and shifting meanings of the colour blue in Australian art in the final talk of our Deep Dive series. […]
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. […]
Are you an artist, curator or creative with an interest in presenting a solo or self-curated exhibition at SAM? Join us for an information session to learn more about SAM Selects (previously SAM EOI) and SAM Spotlight, two of our annual opportunities to exhibit in SAM’s Community Gallery. Hosted by SAM Curator – Community Caroline […]
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. […]
SAM Talks: “Unpacking My Collection” - Vinyl, music, and our desire to collect with Jon Dale If you're an old soul with a love for physical media in the digital age, you're invited to join us for an exciting iteration of SAM Talks, led by University of Melbourne's Jon Dale. This talk unspools a thread […]
اسلام علیکم! میرا نام فصیحہ ہے اور میں شیپرٹن آرٹ میوزیم (سیم) میں اردو زبان میں ایک دورہ کروا رہی ہوں ۔ یہ ایک مفت دورہ ہے ۔ ہر کسی کا استقبال کیا جائے گا ۔ معلومات : تاریخ : بروز جمعہ، ۱۹ ستمبر وقت : صبح ۱۱ سے ۱۱:۳۰ مقام : شیپرٹن آرٹ میوزیم […]
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 […]
Join SAM Staff for a special series of free guided tours exploring JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live, a touring exhibition from Koorie Heritage Trust showcasing the career of Gunditjmara, Yorta Yorta, and Barkindji artist Josh Muir. Hear from local Yorta Yorta creative Chris Walker, and SAM Programs Coordinator Bryony Large, as they present a 25–30-minute […]
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 […]
Bar SAM: SAM's 4th Birthday Celebration We're launching into summer with a special Bar SAM evening to celebrate our fourth birthday! Wind down from your week and enjoy drinks and bar snacks on our fabulous Level 4 terrace, plus be amongst the first to hear a sneak peek into what's coming to the museum 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 […]
Join us at SAM for an in-conversation event with local artist Kat Parker and SAM Community Curator Caroline Esbenshade. Over an hour, the pair will explore Kat’s practice, and the inspirations behind Lament — A memorial of Australian extinction, her current exhibition for SAM Spotlight in SAM’s Community Gallery. Event details: Date + time: Saturday […]
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 […]
Join SAM Staff for a special series of free guided tours exploring JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live, a touring exhibition from Koorie Heritage Trust showcasing the career of Gunditjmara, Yorta Yorta, and Barkindji artist Josh Muir. Hear from local Yorta Yorta creative Chris Walker, and SAM Programs Coordinator Bryony Large, as they present a 25–30-minute […]
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 […]
