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. 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 closed for install. Join us for PICA After Hours: Opening Night on Friday 16 October. Our exhibitions are always free.

For Kids and Families

For Kids and Families

PICA Hub

Inclusive Creative Space 
Our PICA Hub provides a place for people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to connect and be creative. Here kids and adults can try their hand at art techniques ranging from sewing to stop-motion animation. Designed with artists, the free activities in this space give visitors an opportunity to learn new skills together while exploring exhibition themes, sharing experiences and exchanging knowledge. 

Get Active with Artists 
The action in the PICA Hub is ramped up through regular sessions led by artists. Join us every Saturday from 12-3pm to work alongside artists as they demonstrate techniques, share tips and have a chat. During school holidays, artist-led activities continue with the space transformed into a laboratory play-space with artists leading workshops.  

Being Grounded and Inventive 
PICA Hub art activities are focused on ‘slow-making’, encouraging kids and adults to take their time making things by hand, which can be a calming and grounding process. Many art materials are freely available to experiment and create with. PICA Hub activities feature mostly recycled and reusable items that can be found in the home. In this way, we aim to teach you how to make things in the gallery and then how you can do them at home too! This approach demonstrates the potential of low-cost items found in daily life and supports inventive DIY creations that contribute to sustainability. 

Creative Activities – PICA Hub

Audiences of all ages are invited to get creative during their visit to Hatched with free art activities and materials in the PICA Lab. This inclusive community space supported by the City of Perth, builds on the legacy of the PICA Hub, adapted for the new venue.  

Join us every Saturday from 12–4pm in the PICA Lab for regular free sessions led by artists where they demonstrate techniques, share tips and have a chat.  No need to register, drop in as you wish. 

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Free
8 August – 4 October 2026
Tali Koto

Made of Many Things

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Free
18 April – 14 June 2026
Dellas Bennell

Where Waters Meet 

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Free
6 February – 29 March 2026
Ron Bradfield Jnr

Trails and Tales of Trade: Across Land and Sea 

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Free
17 October – 21 December 2025
Second Generation Collective

Home of Love: Free Art Activities & Drop-in Sessions  

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Free
2 August – 5 October 2025
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PICA Lab Activity: In a Spin – Tracing a Tornado 

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Free
4 April – 15 June 2025
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PICA Hub Activity: Many Leaves, One Tree   

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Free
7 February – 30 March 2025
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PICA Hub Activity: Light Play 

School Holiday Programs

During the school holidays, go on an art adventure at PICA! We offer hands-on, interactive activities for young artists of all skill levels. Designed to foster creativity and confidence, these activities connect families with professional artists while diving into contemporary art techniques and materials. Special school holiday activations at PICA take place during NAIDOC Week and AWESOME Festival. Check out our What’s On page for more information.