The Gallery has a strong positive relationship with teachers at all major educational institutions in Far North Queensland and provides significant support through education kits, excursions to the Gallery, practical workshops, and regular information updates in the form of teacher briefings and flyers.

SCHOOL TOURS

School tours are available Monday to Friday from 8.30am - 5.00pm. Schools are required to book their gallery visit through the Public Programs Manager at least 5 days prior to attendance. It is advised to book early so that supporting information on current exhibitions can be provided prior to the visit.

A Program Highlights poster is produced each October for the following year’s exhibition schedule. Schools are advised to use the calendar to plan future visits. A copy of the poster can be obtained free of charge by contacting the Gallery.

The fee for primary and secondary school groups is $1 per person. Tertiary students ‘group rate is $2 per person. Teachers and up to 4 carers per 20 students are free.

Maximum group size is 30 students per session; however, this may vary depending on the student age and the nature of the exhibitions on display.

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)
• Local Colour, Local Lives: Far North Queensland Since Federation
  Focuses on Far North Queensland and Torres Strait Islander art, highlighting the tropical landscape and unique cultural make-up found throughout the top end.
• Home Island, Home Country
  Is comprised of 52 selected children’s artworks from 16 remote communities showcases the vibrant, dynamic and unique lifestyles led by children in the ‘Top End’.
• 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)
• Encounters With Country: Landscapes of Ray Crooke
  Designed to inspire an interest in the tradition of Australian Landscape Painting. (» Download this kit)

TEACHER ASSISTANCE

Specialised assistance for teachers is available by appointment. Topics can include:

• Advance previews of exhibitions
• Advice on planning projects in relation to exhibitions
• Planning school visits
• Developing school based art programs
• Information on specific Queensland artists and art movements
• Contacts for interstate art camp planning
• Professional development.

For further information contact:

Kate Boydell - Public Programs Manager
Tel: (07) 4046 4888
Email: programs@cairnsregionalgallery.com.au