General News
19 January, 2023
Creative Kids on Tour
The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) Kids on Tour program is set to hit the road, bringing free art and creative activities to more than 130 venues across the state. Minister for Creative Industries Steve Dimopoulos joined budding artists at the...
The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) Kids on Tour program is set to hit the road, bringing free art and creative activities to more than 130 venues across the state.
Minister for Creative Industries Steve Dimopoulos joined budding artists at the NGV in Melbourne to test drive the sculpture, drawing, collage and creative writing activities that are on offer through the program.
“Victoria is the creative state and the NGV Kids on Tour program is one of the ways we are ensuring that all Victorians have the chance to unleash their inner artist and enjoy the best creative experiences close to home,” he said.
The 2023 Kids on Tour program, with backing from the state government will be visiting the Horsham Regional Arts Gallery, Hindmarsh Shire Libraries, and Warracknabeal Neighbourhood House, bringing fun, free activities with access to creative experiences curated by the world-class team from Melbourne’s NGV.
This year’s tour celebrates the theme ‘Let’s Make Art’, offering captivating and creative activities for kids and their families, with dedicated workshops for teens to help them hone their skills and build their portfolios, and with leading artists sharing their expertise and experience with Victoria’s budding creatives.
NGV director Tony Ellwood said the Kids on Tour commenced in 2014 and is one of the ways the gallery is bringing the best art and creative experiences to Victorians of all ages, no matter where they live.
“Since its inaugural year in 2014, the Kids on Tour program has demonstrated the NGV’s commitment to providing Victorians of all ages with the opportunity to engage with art and design from around the world,” he said.
Dimboola Library will be hosting the NGV Kids on Tour program on Tuesday January 24, from 2pm to 5pm.