Little Mobs Kids Program at National Indigenous Art Fair
Inspire your kids' imagination these school holidays, with a two-day creative program featuring ochre painting, gumnut jewellery-making and more.
Overview
The National Indigenous Art Fair returns to Gadigal, aka Sydney, for its sixth edition this July, bringing together renowned and emerging Indigenous artists from some of Australia's most remote communities. And just in time for the first weekend of the school holidays, the team has announced a cultural activity program for kids and families. Best of all, it's free with adults paying $3 entry.
Presented from Saturday, July 5–Sunday, July 6, at the Overseas Passenger Terminal in The Rocks, the two-day Little Mobs program invites young visitors to get hands-on with art, nature, movement and culture. Guided by First Nations artists and Elders, this is your little one's chance to immerse themselves in ochre painting, gumnut jewellery-making, shellwork and more.
Set to spark their imagination alight, these engaging drop-in workshops not only teach valuable creative skills, but also offer a deeper understanding of Country, culture and community. Meanwhile, the event also features inclusive dance workshops led by renowned Indigenous organisations, like Budja Budja Butterfly Dance Group and Brolga Dance Academy.
"This is a wonderful opportunity for children to learn, connect and create alongside Indigenous artists from across Australia," says Peter Cooley, CEO of First Hand Solutions Aboriginal Corporation. "It's a program full of joy and meaning, perfect for families kicking off their school holidays."
Images: Paul McMillan.
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