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Curious Corner: Babies in Arms

A photograph of 3 adults sitting on the floor, one is holding an infant
A photograph of 3 adults sitting on the floor, one is holding an infant

Overview

Join the National Gallery each month for a free talk for parents and carers with babies in arms.

Let your baby play with tactile materials on the rug and encourage their sensory curiosity as you connect with other parents and caregivers through discussions with National Gallery Curators about art and ideas.

Breastfeeding and bottle feeding are welcome throughout the Gallery, and a Parents Room is available on Level 1. There is easy pram access (including lifts) and infants may be carried in a soft baby carrier on the front or back.

This program is not suitable for babies who are walking or very active crawlers.

Image: Sunday Funday, 2024. National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra. Photograph: Kerrie Brewer

Dates

14 May – 12 Nov 2025
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National Gallery of AustraliaParkes Place East, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaGet Directions
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Lockers
  • Non Smoking
  • Parents Room
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
  • Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
  • Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
  • Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
  • Accessibility statement