York Art Gallery

Creative Family Thursdays! – Thu 14 Aug 2025

Creative Family Thursdays!

Date: Thursday 14 August 2025, 10:30 am-3:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Creative Family Thursdays!
14 August 2025
10.30am – 3.30pm | Included in general admission 

Join us with all the family on Thursdays during the school holidays for artist run creative workshops inspired by our collections and exhibitions.

Drop in anytime, no need to book.

Suitable for families of all ages, under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

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Wicked Wednesday at York Art Gallery – Wed 20 Aug 2025

Wicked Wednesday at York Art Gallery

Date: Wednesday 20 August 2025, 10:15 am-12:15 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Wicked Wednesday
£7 per child (capacity: 16 per session)
Please book a ticket for every child who is attending the session.
(Please book Gallery admission separately)
Session 1
10.15am – 11am
Session 2
11.30am – 12.15 pm
Suitable for 2 – 8 year olds
Story Craft Theatre will be going on a Wicked Wednesday adventure, and you are all invited!
With the power of imagination, you might find yourselves swinging through a magical garden, jumping over mesmerising mountains or even swimming in a great ocean. All from the comfort of York Art Gallery.
The sessions will include games, singing and an interactive story.
Children must be always accompanied by an adult. Due to space restrictions, a max of 1 adult per booking.
Story Craft Theatre is a children’s theatre company created by Cassie Vallance and Janet-Emily Bruce. After setting up in 2018 they have hosted birthday parties, events and classes throughout the UK. Partnerships have included Castle Howard, National Trust, Rural Arts, Rowntree Park, Theatre 41 and York Theatre Royal.

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Creative Family Thursdays! – Thu 21 Aug 2025

Creative Family Thursdays!

Date: Thursday 21 August 2025, 10:30 am-3:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Creative Family Thursdays!
21 August 2025
10.30am – 3.30pm | Included in general admission 

Join us with all the family on Thursdays during the school holidays for artist run creative workshops inspired by our collections and exhibitions.

Drop in anytime, no need to book.

Suitable for families of all ages, under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

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Wicked Wednesday at York Art Gallery – Wed 27 Aug 2025

Wicked Wednesday at York Art Gallery

Date: Wednesday 27 August 2025, 10:15 am-12:15 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Wicked Wednesday
£7 per child (capacity: 16 per session)
Please book a ticket for every child who is attending the session.
(Please book Gallery admission separately)
Session 1
10.15am – 11am
Session 2
11.30am – 12.15 pm
Suitable for 2 – 8 year olds
Story Craft Theatre will be going on a Wicked Wednesday adventure, and you are all invited!
With the power of imagination, you might find yourselves swinging through a magical garden, jumping over mesmerising mountains or even swimming in a great ocean. All from the comfort of York Art Gallery.
The sessions will include games, singing and an interactive story.
Children must be always accompanied by an adult. Due to space restrictions, a max of 1 adult per booking.
Story Craft Theatre is a children’s theatre company created by Cassie Vallance and Janet-Emily Bruce. After setting up in 2018 they have hosted birthday parties, events and classes throughout the UK. Partnerships have included Castle Howard, National Trust, Rural Arts, Rowntree Park, Theatre 41 and York Theatre Royal.

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Sketchbook Circle at York Art Gallery – Wed 3 Sep 2025

Sketchbook Circle at York Art Gallery

Date: Wednesday 3 September 2025, 1:30 pm-3:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

 1:30pm-3:30pm, £5 per person (capacity: 20) 

Book here

Pick up a pencil – draw and discover!

Give yourself time to sharpen and share your drawing skills in this two-hour sketching workshop with artist Griselda Goldsbrough.

Enjoy working in sketchbooks in a relaxed and friendly group, taking inspiration from the collections at York Art Gallery. Materials provided.

These informal practical art sessions are for adults only (16+) and are suitable for absolute beginners or those who create regularly.

Sessions will run on one Wednesday each month (Please book separately for each session).

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Art for Wellbeing – Sun 7 Sep 2025

Art for Wellbeing

Date: Sunday 7 September 2025, 10:30 am-12:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

10.30am – 12.30pm, free

Art activities to release your creative energy!
Set in the beautiful surroundings of York Art Gallery’s Studio space, this 2 hour workshop gives opportunity for discovery and time to explore a variety of art materials and inspiring themes designed to promote wellbeing.
Enjoy the company of others, creating art with gentle guidance from artist Griselda Goldsbrough.  For adults (16+ only) and running one Sunday each month, there is no need to book for this workshop, session will start at 10:30am and run for approximately 2 hours, it is a practical art session which is suitable for all abilities.

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Life Drawing – Model as Muse – Sat 13 Sep 2025

Life Drawing - Model as Muse

Date: Saturday 13 September 2025, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Join us at York Art Gallery for life drawing workshops; whether you are a regular participant, would like to hone your skills, or try life drawing for the first time, these regular two-hour immersive Saturday sessions, led by Rob Oldfield, are a wonderful way to experience life drawing in a supportive and friendly environment.

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Life Drawing – Model as Muse – Sat 11 Oct 2025

Life Drawing - Model as Muse

Date: Saturday 11 October 2025, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Join us at York Art Gallery for life drawing workshops; whether you are a regular participant, would like to hone your skills, or try life drawing for the first time, these regular two-hour immersive Saturday sessions, led by Rob Oldfield, are a wonderful way to experience life drawing in a supportive and friendly environment.

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Art for Wellbeing – Sun 19 Oct 2025

Art for Wellbeing

Date: Sunday 19 October 2025, 10:30 am-12:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

10.30am – 12.30pm, free

Art activities to release your creative energy!
Set in the beautiful surroundings of York Art Gallery’s Studio space, this 2 hour workshop gives opportunity for discovery and time to explore a variety of art materials and inspiring themes designed to promote wellbeing.
Enjoy the company of others, creating art with gentle guidance from artist Griselda Goldsbrough.  For adults (16+ only) and running one Sunday each month, there is no need to book for this workshop, session will start at 10:30am and run for approximately 2 hours, it is a practical art session which is suitable for all abilities.

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Sketchbook Circle at York Art Gallery – Wed 22 Oct 2025

Sketchbook Circle at York Art Gallery

Date: Wednesday 22 October 2025, 1:30 pm-3:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

 1:30pm-3:30pm, £5 per person (capacity: 20) 

(Tickets will be available to book soon)

Pick up a pencil – draw and discover!

Give yourself time to sharpen and share your drawing skills in this two-hour sketching workshop with artist Griselda Goldsbrough.

Enjoy working in sketchbooks in a relaxed and friendly group, taking inspiration from the collections at York Art Gallery. Materials provided.

These informal practical art sessions are for adults only (16+) and are suitable for absolute beginners or those who create regularly.

Sessions will run on one Wednesday each month (Please book separately for each session).

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