Whether it’s in our gallery spaces playing with open-ended resources or out in our park engaging with nature, we are huge advocates for a play-based, experiential approach to learning. In our sessions children are encouraged to explore for themselves, to be curious, unlocking their creativity and learning as they go.
We have programmes to suit all ages from newborn babies through to teens. Check them out.
Art Baby
For non-walking babies and their grown-ups.
Where the journey begins for our very youngest visitors.
Play sessions using our specially designed multi-sensory art objects.
Friday 7 February 2025
Friday 7 March 2025
Friday 4 April 2025
Drop-in between 10:30am-2:30pm, no need to book.
PLAY Day
For under 5s and their grown-ups.
Our gallery spaces are packed full of curious and wonderful objects to explore and create. Think tubes, pipes, crates, boxes, reels, bobbins, tyres and lots more.
Friday 14 February 2025
Friday 14 March 2025
Friday 9 May 2025
Drop-in between 10:30am-2:30pm, no need to book.
Outdoor Art Club
For all ages and their grown-ups
Out in our Garden and park children and their grown-ups are invited to explore, play and connect with nature.
With mud painting studio, potion stations and water play.
Saturday 15 February 2025 Annabel
Saturday 15 March 2025 Frances
Drop-in between 10:30am-1:30pm* No need to book (*note new earlier finish time)
Quiet Morning
For all ages and their grown-ups.
Multi-sensory play sessions especially designed for children with additional needs and their families who may prefer a quieter, calmer environment.
Sunday 26 January 2025 – Sarah
Sunday 30 March 2025 – Sarah
Sunday 27 April 2025 – Sarah
Drop-in between 10:30am – 12:30pm, no need to book.
Feel Good Kids Art Club
For 7-12 year olds.
Explore calming mindfulness techniques, all while connecting with nature and creating meaningful artworks.
Saturday 1 February 2025
Saturday 1 March 2025
Saturday 5 April 2025
1-3pm, Limited spaces, booking required
All the above programmes are free to attend and the gallery is free entry.
If you’d like to keep up-to-date with the family programme then you can follow our designated family Instagram page @whitworthfamilies. Also keep an eye out for our school holiday programmes. We always have something on.
We hope we’ll see you and your family soon.
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