At PICA we recognise that we are situated within the unceded lands of the Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation. We pay our respects and offer our gratitude to Elders past and present, and to those emerging leaders in the community. We acknowledge all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the importance of their care and continued connection to culture, community and Country.

Always was, always will be.

Galleries are open today, 10am–5pm. Our exhibitions are always free.

For Communities

For Communities

Increasing access to and participation in arts and culture is one of our central aims. PICA believes that art is for everyone and plays a vital role in creating inclusive communities and positive social change. We work with community and access partners to meet the specific needs of diverse audiences and under-represented groups. 

Overcoming Barriers
PICA’s welcoming gallery environment celebrates diversity, free from discrimination and harassment for people of all lived experiences. Conscious of the overlapping barriers many people experience, our programs consider intersections between gender and sexual identity, race, ethnicity, age, disability, socio-economic status, geographic location, education levels and religion. 

Culturally Responsive
Responding to the strengths and needs of audiences from diverse linguistic, cultural, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds is important to us. Our programs consider different community settings with a focus on being culturally responsive to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. 

The Social Model of Disability informs what we do, seeing people as being disabled by barriers in society rather than by their differences. We recognise that disability is one aspect of a person’s life and does not determine who they are. Disability may not always be visible, and we aim to remove barriers for people living with memory loss, along with sensory and mental health conditions. 

Creative Ageing – Forgot Me Not Cafe

Every season, PICA hosts the Memory Cafe, a special community gathering coordinated by Forget-Me-Not Dementia Support for people living with memory loss and their support networks. These casual morning teas create a positive and supportive social atmosphere where participants can enjoy time with others on a similar journey and get involved in tactile creative activities designed to engage the senses and spark joyful connections. Throughout the morning, participants have the chance to explore our current exhibitions and learn about PICA’s iconic building, originally constructed as a Government School in 1896. 

Sensory Friendly – Quiet Hour

Every Wednesday from 10–11am, PICA presents Quiet Hour, a low-sensory session for people of all ages with sensory sensitivities and for anyone who wants to experience the galleries differently. During this session, the conditions of PICA’s building and programming are adapted to create a quieter, low-stimulus environment, including reduced sound and lighting and other sources of sensory overload. Quiet Hour supports people with sensory needs to enjoy art in a quieter and less stimulating environment without the risk of being overwhelmed.

Outside of our weekly Quiet Hour, low sensory sessions can be arranged upon request to provide a comfortable environment that supports children and adults with Autism and specific sensory needs. 

Accessible Arts – Resources

More information about our programs and facilities is available here.