Curious Takeover at York Art Gallery
Experience York Art Gallery in a whole new light this half-term at the Curious Takeover!
Head to York Art Gallery on Saturday 26th February as they celebrate families of all shapes and sizes through colourful, creative activities inspired by the Gallery itself, in celebration of LGBT History Month. The Curious Takeover activities are for all the family, with things to do for all ages. You can settle down for Drag Storytime, create your own family logo, take part in Protest Poster Making and practice your best power poses in Learn to Vogue. The activities take place throughout the day and are free to take part in.
TAKEOVER ACTIVITIES
Curious Crafts
Celebrate everything that’s unique and wonderful about families at our Curious Craft workshops. Try out colourful arts and crafts with our Curious Artists, inspired by the Queering the Burton Project.
Drag Storytime
Settle down for an interactive storytime as our Curious Drag Artists read their favourite binary-breaking picture books.
Learn to Vogue
Practice your best power poses and learn to Vogue at our pop-up dance classes.
Create your own family logo
Create a design that represents your family and turn it into a badge to take away and wear with pride!
Protest Poster Making
Key elements of LGBTQIA+ history and culture, art and activism often join forces in the fight for progress and equality. Work with our Curious Artists to create your own protest posters expressing your hope for change.
(Suitable for older children and adults)
Curious Family Trail
Explore the Gallery to search for families of all shapes and sizes. Find them all to claim your prize!
