Art Excursions for Schools

Gallery Tours at Frankston Arts Centre

Frankston Arts Centre invites school groups to explore visual art through guided tours across five dynamic exhibition spaces, including the striking Glass Cube Gallery on Davey Street, the versatile Cube 37 gallery, and the welcoming main foyer exhibition areas. These spaces showcase a rotating program featuring works by established, emerging, and community artists, offering students exposure to a broad spectrum of styles, mediums, and themes.

Suitable for both primary and secondary students, tours are led by our knowledgeable art curator or passionate team members who provide engaging insights into the artists, techniques, and curatorial vision. While the experience is observational rather than hands-on, students are encouraged to observe closely, think critically, and reflect creatively on the artworks they encounter.

What to Expect from a Gallery Tour

  • Tours across multiple gallery spaces featuring established, emerging, and community artists

  • Insight into the creative process, exhibition themes, and visual techniques

  • Opportunities for visual analysis, discussion, and reflective learning

  • Connections to curriculum focus areas, such as visual arts, critical thinking, and cultural awareness

 

Add On Experience - Take a street art tour!

Frankston Street Art Walking Tour

Enhance your school’s art excursion by teaming your gallery tour with a guided Frankston Street Art Walking Tour. This award-winning experience departs directly from outside Frankston Arts Centre and takes students on a journey through the city’s impressive collection of large-scale murals and public artworks.

Led by an experienced local guide, the tour explores the stories behind each piece, the artists who created them, and the impact of public art on community identity.

Highlights:

  • Explore Frankston’s nationally recognised street art trail

  • Learn about contemporary mural techniques and themes

  • Encourage students to think about art in public spaces 

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FAQs

What types of art excursions are available for schools?
Frankston Arts Centre offers guided gallery tours across five professional exhibition spaces. These excursions introduce students to a diverse range of contemporary, traditional, and community artworks. You can also add on Frankston’s Street Art Walking Tour for a full-day visual art experience.

Are the gallery tours suitable for all age groups?
Yes. Our tours can be tailored for both primary and secondary students, with content and discussion pitched at an age-appropriate level.

Do students create artwork during the excursion?
No. Our current art excursions are focused on visual exploration and analysis. Students won’t create artwork onsite but will be encouraged to reflect, observe, and discuss as part of the experience.

What is the Street Art Walking Tour, and how does it work?
The Street Art Walking Tour departs from outside Frankston Arts Centre and is led by an experienced local guide. Students will explore Frankston’s vibrant collection of large-scale public murals, learn about the artists behind them, and discover the social messages and techniques used. It’s a great extension to the gallery visit.

Can we access educational resources to support the excursion?
Yes! We offer pre-visit resources to help teachers prepare students before the excursion and extend learning afterward. Artist bios and background notes introduce students to the featured artists, their styles, and creative processes.

Book Your School Art Excursion Today 

Let your students explore the world of visual art through inspiring gallery tours and award-winning street art. Frankston Arts Centre supports arts education with enriching, curriculum-connected excursions designed to spark curiosity and creativity.

Contact us for bookings or more information:

Cath Hedge, Team Leader Programming & Engagement, 03 9768 1369 or email Cath.Hedge@frankston.vic.gov.au

 

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