Education
The Institute of Modern Art champions contemporary art, artists, and ideas. We are Australia’s oldest independent public art gallery. We work closely with artists and curators to commission and present ground-breaking exhibitions. We provide education audiences with accessible and authentic arts experiences that offer insights into new ideas, art forms, and processes. Entry is always free.
Exhibition Tours
Exhibition tours are facilitated by our friendly and professional staff. Let us know how we can make your visit special by tailoring your experience to suit the group’s needs or a specific curriculum focus.
For groups wanting a focus on curation and exhibition display, contact us to arrange a tour with a curator.
Alternatively, our Creating Exhibitions for Contemporary Art program may be suitable for a deeper engagement of these themes.
- 45–60 mins Free
Arts Industry Insights
A three-day school holiday program for students in years 10–12 to explore career pathways in the arts. Stay tuned for the 2025 dates of our Brisbane and regional programs. Subscribe to our IMA Education newsletter for updates.
— Meet artists, curators, and arts professionals
— Build critical and creative thinking skills
— Immerse yourself in the exciting world of contemporary art
Education Resources
Access our free, curriculum-aligned digital resources to support classroom and in-gallery learning.
— Education kits with artist profiles, discussion questions, and making and responding activities
— Artist videos and workshops
— Audio descriptions
— Podcasts, and more!
Hands-On Workshops
Our workshops support students to make personal connections with contemporary art. Our workshops are inspired by our current exhibitions, drawing on artists’ practices. Both incursion and excursion options are available. Pair an exhibition tour with a hands-on workshop to enhance learning outcomes.
— Build critical and creative thinking skills
— Deepen student engagement with exhibitions
- 60–90 mins From $50 per class
Creating Exhibitions for Contemporary Art
Curious to learn how exhibitions are made? Be guided by our staff with a behind-the-scenes look at making and presenting exhibitions, including the role of artists, curators and installers. Find out how we develop an exhibition, from concept to display to public viewing. Understand the Queensland arts ecology and our role within this as a non-collecting public gallery.
This program is delivered in a variety of formats, including a presentation, exhibition tour, and hands-on group activity. Duration and content can be adapted to suit your requirements.
- 180–360 mins Free
Contact Us
Nadine Schmoll
Education Manager
education@ima.org.au
(07) 3252 5753
Judith Wright Arts Centre
420 Brunswick Street
Fortitude Valley
Brisbane QLD 4006
Booking a Visit
Bookings are required for all guided and self-guided group visits to the IMA. To make a booking or enquiry, contact us or use our online booking form.
Planning a day excursion? There are many galleries close in the Fortitude Valley creative precinct that we can suggest to make the most of your visit.
Getting Here
The 199, 196, and 195 buses stop directly outside the Judith Wright Arts Centre. Coach drop-off and pick-up are available. The IMA is just a five-minute walk from Fortitude Valley train station.
Stay connected
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