Cairns Regional Gallery offers a diverse range of learning experiences suitable for students of all ages and abilities.
TOURS & WORKSHOPS
The Gallery’s education program consists of guided tours, workshops and outreach projects designed for early childhood, primary, secondary and tertiary students.
The aim of these programs is to:
- Introduce a range of artworks and artistic styles to students
- Engage students in the interpretation of artworks
- Connect industry professionals with students and teachers
- Allow students to explore new ideas and materials
When planning a visit to Cairns Regional Gallery teachers can choose from:
- Guided tours offered by Gallery Guides (approximately 45 minutes)
- Self Guided tours (Secondary and tertiary groups only)
- Guided tour with a short practical activity (Early childhood and primary schools only - 1 hour)
- Guided tour with gallery run workshop (Early childhood and primary schools only - 2 hours)
- Specialist workshops run by local artists are offered in conjunction with some exhibitions during the year. These are available to all age groups. Education centres will be notified when such workshops are available.
Cost: The cost for all tours is $1/ primary/secondary students or $2/ tertiary students. A guided tour with gallery run workshop costs $2/primary student.
EDUCATION KITS
Education kits accompany many major exhibitions at Cairns Regional Gallery. The kits are designed to assist education centres researching exhibitions before and after a gallery visit. The education kits are provided free of charge to schools.
Education kits currently available include:
- Images of the North
Focuses on the Cairns Regional Gallery Collection. The 14 works of art featured in the kit showcases the inspiration artists have drawn from the regions’ unique landscape and diverse cultures. (» Download this kit)
- The Artist’s Studio
Gives an insight into both Ron McBurnie's art practice as a printmaker and into the subject of artists studios as unique spaces where artists create. (» Download this kit)
- Ilan Pasin: This is our Way
Ilan Pasin reveals the evolution and strength of the somewhat hidden culture of the Torres Strait Islands, presenting artefacts from the nineteenth century alongside works from contemporary artists exploring issues of tradition and identity. (» Download this kit)
- Anneke Silver: Linked Lanscapes
» Download the primary kit or the secondary kit
- Encounters With Country: Landscapes of Ray Crooke
Designed to inspire an interest in the tradition of Australian Landscape Painting. (» Download this kit)
- Transience Touring Exhibition Education Kit (PDF 6.95Mb)
Booking A Tour
Prior to booking your tour please read through the Tour Group Information Guide to assist you in both planning your excursion and enjoying your time spent at Cairns Regional Gallery.
The required ratio of teacher/adults to students for Gallery visits is as follows:
- Preschool and prep 1:5
- Years 1-7 1:10
- Years 8-12 1:15
All tours must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance to ensure Gallery staff are available and prepared for your groups requirements. Once your booking has been finalised a confirmation letter will be sent by fax. Please check that the details are correct.
Completed booking forms should be forwarded to the Public Programs Manager by fax: 4031 6410, email programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au or post PO Box 7784, Cairns 4870.
If you have any specific questions regarding tour or workshop bookings please contact the Public Programs Manager on 4046 4888 or by email.
