Dementia-friendly art tours

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2 June 2024

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According to Dementia Australia, engagement with the creative arts can have a significant positive impact on wellbeing for people with dementia and their loved ones.

We've created a list of some great dementia-friendly art gallery tours and programs around Australia for you to experience:

Each month, the Logan Art Gallery offers discussion-based tours for people with dementia and their carers. During these group tours, participants are encouraged to contribute, through sharing knowledge, recalling memories and engaging in interpretation. After the tour, there’s a morning tea and an opportunity for informal socialising with the group.

To find out more information, contact Logan Art Gallery.

For certain exhibitions, the Geelong Gallery in Victoria offers relaxed sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays. These relaxed sessions occur before opening hours between 9:00 and 10:00 am, ensuring a quieter experience for those who may need it.

To find out more information, visit the Geelong Gallery website.

The Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney offers seasonal six-week programs (both online and on-site) for people with dementia and their carers. The programs are uniquely tailored to the participants, ensuring a bespoke experience.

To find out more information, visit the MCA website.

The National Gallery of Australia’s Art and Dementia program is designed to connect people with dementia and their carers to art. The program offers creative workshops (both online and on-site) that are intellectually stimulating and socially engaging.

To find out more information, visit the National Gallery of Australia website.

Explore our Dementia Topic Library for useful information on caring for people with dementia.

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