The Turnpike Gallery regularly hosts free drop-in art & craft workshops for families. Come along to meet an artist and try new creative activities inspired by our local heritage and environment. Suitable for families with children aged 5+.
Saturday Family Workshops at The Turnpike Gallery
Our summer series of free Saturday art sessions for families will be led by brilliant artist Sam Selley! Each month they will show you a different print technique and invite you to have a go on our brand new printing press. Suitable for everyone aged 5+, children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
- Saturday 9th August, 10.30am-12.30pm - Linocut
- Saturday 13th September - Monoprinting
- Saturday 18th October - Printmaking with tetrapak
- Saturday 6th December - Collagraph printmaking
Turnpike Print Tour
As part of our Make. Believe. project and to coincide with the launch of the Drumcroon exhibition, we are hosting free family drop-in sessions where you can have a go at printmaking! Find us at the following events:
- Wigan Pride at Believe Square, 16th August 11am – 5pm
- Festive Family Day at The Turnpike Gallery, 15th November 11am - 3pm
October Half Term at The Turnpike Gallery
Fun creative activities with an artist during half term! Suitable for families with children aged 5+, booking essential via Eventbrite.
- Tuesday 28th October 10.30am-12.30pm
- Wednesday 29th October 10.30am-12.30pm
- Thursday 30th October 10.30am-12.30pm
Keep an eye on this page for announcements about upcoming workshops!