TheNewDowse is proud to present Tickle My Senses: a playful and fun encounter based exhibition designed for children. Taking the five senses as a theme, and utilising TheNewDowse’s unique and highly appealing collection, Tickle My Senses encourages visitors to experience art using all five senses. Using a variety of hands-on interactive activities Tickle My Senses features over 40 artworks from TheNewDowse’s collection ranging from jewellery to sculpture, paintings and textiles. The artworks will be presented in a playful quirky design that will appeal to children.
On display at TheNewDowse from September 12th, 2009 – January 17th 2010, this show is available to venues from mid February 2010 to the end of 2011. 3 month blocks available per venue.
CONTENT
Approximately 40 works from TheNewDowse collection
Approximately six 3D works from TheNewDowse tactile collection
Exhibition furniture for display
Sound posts and associated audio equipment
Smell boxes with scent refills
Magnetic taste-association cabinet and word magnets
Curriculum-based education pack
TARGET AUDIENCE:
Children aged 3-10, active families and school groups
GALLERY TO SUPPLY:
Approx 80m2 – 150m2 and 40 running metres of wall space.
General exhibition lighting, barriers for 2D works
Tickle My Senses is proving to be a popular exhibition with several bookings already confirmed. If your institution is interested in hosting this exhibition, please contact Beverly Eng, Loans and Tour Manager for available slots and fees.
Bev Eng
Loans and Tour Manager
TheNewDowse
bev.eng@huttcity.govt.nz
+64 4 560 1476