To book for either strand, or to ask for information by post, please call 020 7887 8888 at least 2 weeks in advance or email liz.ellis@tate.org.uk or alison.cox@tate.org.uk.
Do you live within walking distance of the Tate Modern? Become a Friend of the Community Garden, enjoy a relaxing walk around the fruit trees, sit and reflect under the specially designed shelter and admire the labyrinth mosiac.
If you live or work in Southwark or Lambeth, come and watch a film for FREE in the comfortable surroundings of the Starr Auditorium as part of the Community Film Club.
To join, email communityfilmclub@tate.org.uk
Art Into Life
- Download Art into Life leaflet (PDF)
- Print Why art? poster
Discover Tate Modern, receive a warm welcome and take part in a free informal introduction to Britain’s national museum of modern art. Led by friendly and experienced staff, Art into Life workshops are a unique opportunity to explore the art world and to get involved in it.
Everyone is very welcome because our programme is not only particularly suitable for community groups new to gallery going, but also to groups from a wide range of backgrounds. In fact our regular group visitors include: Access groups in Further Education, elders organisations, mental health service user groups and community centres. Our Staff also have extensive experience of working with adults with learning difficulties.
Each session is tailor-made to suit all interests and abilities and might involve looking, talking, simple practical activities and the use of handling objects.
To book call:
Tate Box Office on 020 7887 3959 at least 2 weeks in advance.
For further information call Liz on 020 7401
5068 or Alison on 020 7401 5069.
Please note: we believe in small group work. The minimum group size is 5, the maximum is 15.
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Community Advocates Programme
This programme builds links between key individuals who represent a wide range of communities- including individuals who work at grass roots and at senior management levels- and Tate. All the participants live or work in our neighbourhood: Southwark, Lambeth and Tower Hamlets. The Community Advocates Programme aims to give a broader understanding of Tate Modern and in return participants give a presentation about their work and who they represent within their community. The programme is intended to be the beginning of an ongoing relationship between the advocates and Tate Modern. Regular celebration events take place throughout the year with all advocates.
To book call Alison on 020 7401 5069.
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Seniors Events
Three times a year Tate Modern runs free events for seniors who live in Southwark or Lambeth. Senior events are very informal get-togethers led by Michaela Ross, Artist Educator and other experienced Tate staff. Refreshments are provided, as well as the opportunity to look at some artworks in the gallery and to meet new people. These events are aimed at individuals; hence you do not need to come as a group. Most importantly, you do not need to be an 'art expert' as these events are particularly suitable for those new to gallery-going or new to modern and contemporary art. Annual workshops are also organised as part of local and national festivals that celebrate age.
To book call Akiko Usami on 020 7401 5068
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Small Steps in a Big Space
- Download Small Steps Evaluation report
Small Steps in a Big Space is a free range of exciting workshops and celebration events for local Southwark based pre-school children and their parents. The aim of the programme is to introduce parents and children to the different ways in which they can use the gallery as a resource for learning.
To find out more call Alison on 020 7401 5069.
Read the Small Steps Evaluation report (10.4mb).
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Open Tate: Professional Development for Community Groups Leaders
Find out more about the professional development and NVQ opportunities for Community Group Leaders and Support staff at Tate Britain and Tate Modern in Open Tate.
To book call Liz on 020 7401 5068