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Relaxed mornings, Portrait conversations, Access tours

Tuesday 24 February 2026 – Wednesday 24 February 2027

Relaxed mornings, Portrait conversations, Access tours

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Portraits together

For people living with dementia

10:00 – 11:00am, Second Thursday of the month

On the second Thursday of the month, we offer a free, tailor-made program for small groups of people living with dementia and their friends, families or carers. Connect with different portraits each month through facilitated discussion.

Bookings required

People viewing an artwork in the Gallery

Relaxed afternoon

Monthly on a Sunday

3:00pm, Sun 15 Mar

Explore the Gallery at a gentle pace with quiet areas, sensory kits and creative activities for families to enjoy together.

Portraits together

For people living with dementia

10:00 – 11:00am, Second Thursday of the month

Bookings required

Relaxed afternoon

Monthly on a Sunday

3:00pm, Sun 12 Apr

Explore the Gallery at a gentle pace with quiet areas, sensory kits and creative activities for families to enjoy together.

Portraits together

For people living with dementia

10:00 – 11:00am, Second Thursday of the month

Bookings required

Portraits together

For people living with dementia

10:00 – 11:00am, Second Thursday of the month

Bookings required

Portraits together

For people living with dementia

10:00 – 11:00am, Second Thursday of the month

Bookings required

Portraits together

For people living with dementia

10:00 – 11:00am, Second Thursday of the month

Bookings required

Portraits together

For people living with dementia

10:00 – 11:00am, Second Thursday of the month

Bookings required

Portraits together

For people living with dementia

10:00 – 11:00am, Second Thursday of the month

Bookings required

Portraits together

For people living with dementia

10:00 – 11:00am, Second Thursday of the month

Bookings required

Portraits together

For people living with dementia

10:00 – 11:00am, Second Thursday of the month

Bookings required

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