Open Days 2025
Explore, Create and Connect!
Join Us for Our Open Days
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Whether you're a professional, a new service user, family member or just curious about what we get up to, we’re excited to invite you to our upcoming open days where you can come and take part in creative workshops alongside our talented artists. This is a great opportunity to explore art, try your hand at new skills and get to know the inspiring work of our community.
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Dates and Locations
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19th May – ArtWorks at Brook Hill, Thorpe Hesley, Rotherham, S61
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28th May – ArtWorks at Barnsley Civic, Eldon Street, Barnsley, S70
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2nd June – ArtWorks at SOAR Works, Parsons Cross, Sheffield, S5
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9th June – ArtWorks at St Polycarp’s Community Centre, Malin Bridge, Sheffield, S6
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All sites will be open between 10am and 2pm and there's no need to book! Just come along.
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What to Expect
​Each open day will feature a variety of exciting activities designed to inspire and engage people of all ages and abilities. Here’s a sneak peek at what you can expect when you visit:
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Exhibitions showcasing the incredible work of our artists. See their creativity in action and gain insight into their artistic process.
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Workshops led by our talented artists and Creative Workshop Leaders, where you can get hands-on with painting, drawing or collaging. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, our workshops are open to everyone.
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Refreshments while you explore the exhibitions and get creative. Chat with our artists and participants over a warm cup of tea, coffee or squash.
These open days are an opportunity for you to engage with our artists, learn more about the wonderful work they do, and discover new skills in a welcoming and supportive environment. Whether you want to create your own art, learn about new techniques, or simply enjoy the exhibitions and conversations, there’s something for everyone.
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Why Visit?
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Inclusive and Welcoming: Our workshops are open to all, and we encourage people from the local community to come and join us. Whether you have experience with art or are a complete beginner, you’ll feel right at home.
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Discover Local Creativity: Our venues, including Thorpe Hesley in Rotherham, Barnsley Civic on Eldon Street, SOAR Works in Parsons Cross, and St Polycarp’s Community Centre in Malin Bridge, are fantastic spaces to explore creativity and community.
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Support a Good Cause: By attending, you’re supporting the artists and our work at ArtWorks South Yorkshire. We work with adults with learning disabilities, who are autistic or both to help them achieve their creative potential.
Come along, get creative, and support local talent at these fun, engaging open days. We look forward to seeing you there!
Feel free to visit us on the dates listed and discover the wonderful artwork created by our artists. Everyone is welcome—so bring your friends, family, and neighbours along for a day of creativity, community and fun!
