Art gallery educational experiences

A woman is showing a young girl an artwork at Redcliffe Art Gallery

Our art galleries offer free educational experiences for school and tertiary groups of all sizes and year levels. They're delivered by qualified staff who can tailor your field trip to your school’s needs.  

Our galleries offer an immersive and engaging exhibition program, curated around annual themes. Each exhibition features works from local and national artists, providing visitors with a diverse and enriching cultural experience. Browse current exhibitions and activities.

Before your visit, the gallery can provide curriculum links to humanities and social sciences (HASS), the arts, English, languages, science and technologies. You can also request pre and post-visit classroom activities, such as: 

  • engaging guided exhibition tours  
  • facilitated hands-on art activities  
  • self-paced art activities connected to exhibition content. 

Book your class visit

Ensure you arrive at the gallery on time. If you encounter any difficulties on your way, contact the gallery. Our galleries are open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Planning your class visit

We’re here to make your class visit as seamless as possible. As our galleries are smaller spaces, we encourage you to leave bags at home or school. If this isn’t possible, let us know and we will do our best to ensure their safe storage.

Caboolture Regional Art Gallery

The Caboolture Regional Art Gallery entrance is located in Caboolture Town Square, next to the Caboolture Library. The gallery is accessible by car and public transport, with bus stops nearby and the train station a short walk away. Learn more about parking and the gallery.

For more information, contact the Gallery Leader at Caboolture Regional Art Gallery by emailing Caboolture.Gallery@moretonbay.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 5433 2800.

Pine Rivers Art Gallery

The Pine Rivers Art Gallery is located on Gympie Road in Strathpine. It is accessible by car and public transport. School buses are also able to drop off students in the gallery's carpark. Learn more about parking and the gallery

For more information, contact the Gallery Leader at Pine Rivers Art Gallery by emailing PineRivers.Gallery@moretonbay.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 3480 3905.

Redcliffe Art Gallery

Redcliffe Art Gallery is on the peninsula and surrounded by an array of shops and cafes. This gallery is accessible by car, public transport and is a safe walking distance from Redcliffe State School and Redcliffe Special School. Learn more about parking and the gallery

For more information, contact the Gallery Leader at Redcliffe Art Gallery by emailing Redcliffe.Gallery@moretonbay.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 3883 5670.

Student supervision

Students must be supervised at all times. The suggested supervisor-to-student ratios are: 

  • Kindergarten and prep: one supervisor per 3 students.
  • Primary school: one supervisor per 10 students.
  • High school: one supervisor per 15 students. 

Student behaviour and safety

Student behaviour and safety are the responsibility of teachers for the duration of your visit. To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, students must follow these guidelines: 

  • Do not touch the artworks, this is for your safety and safety of the artwork. 
  • Walk, do not run. 
  • No flash photography. 
  • Bring your visual art diaries and pencils to record your visit. 
  • No food or drinks in the gallery, you can bring a water bottle, but we ask it to remain closed when walking. 

Learn more about safety during school group visits

Virtual gallery tours

Did you know you can visit our galleries without leaving your classroom? With the online walkthrough of All the best, from Martin Edge, you can preview the Pine Rivers Art Gallery before your visit. You can also take a virtual tour of Caboolture Regional Art Gallery and Redcliffe Art Gallery.

More information

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