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The NGV invites people living with dementia, their families, friends, and carers to participate in monthly art chat and art-making sessions.
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Get matched →Connect and Create offers dementia-friendly art chat and make sessions. Engage in small group discussions about one to two works of art in the Gallery, followed by a hands-on art-making activity in the studio. Each session runs for two hours and features different works of art and art-making techniques each month.
The NGV warmly welcomes people living with dementia and their families, friends and carers to share in art experiences. No prior art knowledge or experience are required.
Booking is required for the Connect and Create sessions. The cost is $20 per person plus a $5.50 booking fee. The NGV also offers dementia-friendly programs for aged care services and other community groups supporting people living with dementia, which can be arranged by request, and fees apply.
Download a printable 2026 program flyer and 'Sharing Connections Through Art', a resource designed to support dementia-friendly visits to NGV Australia. A printed copy, with additional prompts, information and ideas, is also available at the NGV Australia Information Desk.
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