Enjoy art making, music, performances and tours on the first Sunday of every month.

Calling all creative champions to move and make with your mob to share and celebrate culture in NAIDOC Week this Start.

Book into activities on arrival, with the exception of Auslan Guided Tours, which are to be booked online. Registrations open at 10.30am. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.

10.30am-2.30pm
Start Discovery Tours

Guided interactive art experiences for toddlers, teens and in-betweens exploring art and ideas.
Meet in the Atrium (capacity 15)
Duration 20 minutes, tours every half hour

11am
Auslan Interpreted Start Discovery Tour

Guided Auslan interpreted art experiences for toddlers, teens and in-betweens exploring art and ideas. Online registrations essential.

11am-3pm
Nylon Zoo

Explore Evelyn Roth’s colourful inflatable wonderland.
Location and registration Courtyard Lawn
Duration 45 minutes, sessions on the hour

Start Art Workshops

Make a mural design with artist Elizabeth Yanyi Close to enter in the annual 2022 Start Art Prize online exhibition.
Registration and workshops in the Radford Auditorium & Courtyard marquee
Duration 30 minutes, sessions every half hour

Start Sketch Tours

Join artists Alise Hardy and Lauren Herraman on a drawing journey through the Gallery.
Register and meet outside Studio entrance
Duration 45 minutes, tours every hour

11.15am, 12.15pm & 1.15pm
Storytelling Performances

Hear timeless tales performed by master storyteller, Helen Lawry.
Function room. Register in the Atrium.
Duration 45 minutes

12pm & 1pm
Choreography with the Collection

Be moved by art in dance workshops with creative choreographer Jessie McKinlay.
Register and meet in the Atrium.

11am-2.30pm
Start Sounds

Dance to beats mixed by DJ Duo Angel & Phoenixx on the decks and beatboxing by Yidaki performer Rusty.
Location: Courtyard Marquee

12pm
Auslan Sketch Tour

Guided Auslan interpreted art experiences for toddlers, teens and in-betweens exploring art and ideas. Online registrations essential.

Parent/carer supervision is required

On your visit please:

  • Check in when you arrive by using your Start Art Club Membership.
  • Book into activities on arrival.
  • Remember to social distance, wash your hands, and use hand sanitiser frequently. AGSA has increased cleaning on the premises.
  • If you’re not well or experiencing flu-like symptoms, please join us online instead of at the Gallery.

2022 Start Art Prize

Enter your work of art for the 2022 Start Art Prize Exhibition.

Presented by

  • James & Diana Ramsay Foundation