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

Embrace slow-making this summer at Start and join the craft revival to create textile treasures inspired by works in Reimagining the Renaissance.

Book into activities on arrival. Registrations open at 10.30am. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Kick Start Tours
10.30am-12pm

Kick start your day with an interactive art experience.
Drop in, Tours every 20 minutes, duration 20 minutes

Embroidery Drawing Demonstration with Cheryl Bridgart
11am-1pm

Be inspired by the amazing work of textile artist Cheryl Bridgart as she creates embroidered drawings live at the gallery.
Radford Auditorium

Auslan Kick Start Tour
11am

Register here for an Auslan Kick Start Tour
Please note: Registrations close Friday 3 Jan at 12pm

Nylon Zoo
11am-3pm

Explore Evelyn Roth's colourful incredible inflatable wonderland.
AGSA Courtyard

Start Art Workshops
11am-3pm

Create textile treasures inspired by traditions displayed in a renaissance of skills and practical experiences.
Radford Auditorium

Start Sounds
12.30-1.15pm

Catch mixes by local DJ Simon Loucas and enjoy a performance the blends textiles and music for a one of a kind musical experience by the revered collective known as The Bait Fridge.
Courtyard

*Choreography with the Collection
11am-2pm

Thread your way through contemporary dance in response to works of art with creative choreographers Jessie McKinlay and Tanya Voges.
Register at the Start Art Club desk, sessions every hour, duration 30 minutes

*Start Sketch Tours
11am-2pm

Join artists Lauren Herraman and Gemma Rose Brook on a drawing journey.
Register at the Start Art Club desk, sessions every half hour, duration 45 minutes

*Storytelling Performances
11.15am, 12.15pm & 1.15pm

Hear timeless tales from a master storyteller, Helen Lawry.
Register at the Start Art Club desk, duration 45 minutes. Located upstairs in Reimagining the Renaissance, Gallery 9

*12pm Auslan Sketch Tour

Take an Auslan interpreted Sketch Tour for deaf and hearing-impaired children and/or parents.

Register here for an Auslan Sketch Tour.
Please note: Registrations close Friday 3 Jan at 12pm

AGSA Store
10% discount for AGSA and Start Art Club Members.

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.
  • Arrive early to avoid disappointment.