Excursion at The Lock-Up, Muloobinba/Newcastle, 2026. Photograph by Janina Van Zweiten.

A CONTEMPORARY ART EXPERIENCE FOR STUDENTS

 

Bring your students into a dynamic contemporary art environment where curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking are encouraged.

 

The Lock-Up’s School Tours are exhibition-led learning experiences guided by experienced curator-facilitators, providing informed and engaging interpretation of current exhibitions in a welcoming, student-friendly setting.

School Program Options

Guided Exhibition Tour
From $8 per student

Minimum class fee applies.
A structured walkthrough of current exhibitions tailored to your students’ stage and learning outcomes.

Suitable for all education stages from Early Stage 1 through Stage 6.

Programs can be tailored in consultation with teachers to ensure NSW curriculum outcomes are met.

Tour plus Creative Workshop
$15 per student

Minimum class fee applies.
Includes the guided tour and a hands-on, age-appropriate making activity responding to exhibition themes.

 

Suitable for all education stages from Early Stage 1 through Stage 6.

Programs can be tailored in consultation with teachers to ensure NSW curriculum outcomes are met.

Guided Group Visits

GUIDED GROUP VISIT
$10 PER PERSON

For groups of 10 or more.

A facilitated introduction to current exhibitions, providing visitors with deeper insights into the artworks, artists and exhibition themes.

Suitable for community groups, university cohorts, arts organisations and special interest groups.

Tours can be tailored to suit your group’s interests and learning objectives.

Subject to availability. Please email to book.

 

 

Key Details

  • Delivered by curator-facilitators

  • Directly linked to current exhibitions

  • Inclusive and accessible learning environment

  • Teacher supervision required in accordance with school policy

  • Expanded or specialised workshop formats available by consultation

Bookings and Enquiries

For bookings and enquiries, please fill out the form below or contact us on:

02 4925 2265
info@thelockup.org.au

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THE LOCK-UP: FOR  COMMUNITIES AND OUR IMAGINARIES

+61 2 4925 2265
90 Hunter Street
Muloobinba/
Newcastle NSW 2300 Australia

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