Think an art gallery isn’t somewhere the kids will enjoy? Well folks, think again! Discovering the Impressionists at Geelong Gallery is a fun way to get the whole family looking, chatting and exploring together - with more than 70 incredible artworks to discover. Running until 11 October, the exhibition brings together works from some of the world’s most celebrated Impressionist artists, with many of the paintings rarely seen in Australia.

And here’s Mamma’s tip for making it fun with the kids: turn your visit into an art detective mission.

Get everyone to pick their favourite painting
Find the brightest colours
Spot the most interesting person or animal
Choose the artwork they’d most like to hang in their bedroom.
You could even make up a story about what’s happening in your favourite painting - who lives there, where they’re going and what might happen next.

Suddenly, you’re not just looking at art… you’re on a little family adventure!

The exhibition explores the fascinating story of the Impressionist movement and the artists who dared to do things differently. It’s a great opportunity to chat to the kids about how art doesn’t have to look a certain way and that sometimes the things that are different or unexpected can end up being the things everyone loves.

So, whether you’ve got a little art lover at home or you’re simply looking for something a bit different to do together, Discovering the Impressionists is one to add to your Geelong family day-out list.

Continue your trip throughout Geelong after your gallery visit. Geelong Gallery has partnered with Crowne Plaza Geelong and is offering a special exhibition stay rate starting at $180 per night, making it easy and affordable for families to extend their trip to Geelong. With exhibition-inspired activations throughout the hotel, your Impressionist experience continues beyond the gallery. Paint like an Impressionist on the Crowne Plaza Geelong lobby canvas, take a photo in front of the exhibition feature wall or record a message on the interactive retro phone at Skyline Bar.

Parents can enjoy an exhibition-inspired Chef's Special: Coastal Italian Cuisine with a French Twist featuring colourful sauces and edible flowers, while keeping the little ones entertained with Impressionist-themed colouring packs and kids' meals at Sociali Trattoria and Bar. Take a further 20% off your food and drinks in Sociali Trattoria and Bar on the day of your exhibition entry when you show your ticket.

the details

55 Little Malop Street,
Geelong

opening hours
10am - 5pm
7 days a week

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mamma’s special mention
If you’re looking for a family staycation while you are in Geelong, check out Crowne Plaza - it is super family friendly!