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Free family art workshops in North Kensington this summer

Join us this August at Maxilla Walk Studios for our Flourish summer sessions, a fun, free programme of hands-on creative workshops for families with primary-aged children.

Free family workshops in Wembley this summer

Join us at Barham Park Studios for a summer of free family workshops led by professional artists. Take part in clay making, stop-motion animation, textiles and more. Suitable for primary-aged children and their families.

Community exhibition at Spode Works Studios

The Butterfly Bush Effect exhibition at ACAVA Spode Works Studios showcases community artwork created during artist-led workshops in Stoke-on-Trent. On view from 27 June to 11 July 2025, with a public opening on 27 June.

Tinkering Sessions Timetable: July

Free weekly Tinkering Sessions at ACAVA's Makerspace in North Kensington. Drop in to work on creative projects, learn new skills, and connect with your community.

Artist teacher collaborations with Dr Darren Chetty

Part of ACAVA Talks: Join Dr Darren Chetty on Friday 25 July, 11am–12.30pm at Barham Park Studios for an in-person session on artist–teacher collaboration in education.

Free family gardening in North Kensington

Join us at Cultivate Create twice a month for hands-on gardening, creative activities, and nature-based play.

Could you help ACAVA bring creativity to more people?

As a charity, we need your support to deliver creative programmes with transformational outcomes. Can you help?