Families at the Barber
Connect with our gallery through sensory play.
During our building transformation we are delivering our popular Barber Family and Barber Baby programmes offsite, offering free creative family events for ages 0 –10 and their grown-ups.
Be inspired by artworks within the Barber Collection, explore your own creativity and connect with each other.
Explore our programme below.
Contact us: [email protected] or 01214143005
Barber Family
Barber Family encompasses our regular free creative workshops for children aged 4 – 10 years old and their grown-ups. Collaborate with artists and create as a family in our drop-in workshops.
For 2026, these workshops will take place offsite. Click the links below for more details.
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The Big Draw | Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 October, 11am – 3pm
Barber Baby
Barber Baby is a free series for children aged 0 – 4 and their grown-ups. Experience the magic of live music with your little ones with our monthly Musical Picnics! Booking essential.
Each performance is inspired by different artwork in our collection. Barber Baby is based at the Dome Rehearsal Room, on campus at The Bramall Music Building and is in partnership with Mubu Music and Barber Concerts.
Autumn 2026 sessions are now fully booked.
- A Regatta on the Grand Canal Venice |15 October, 11am – 12noon
- Snowdon | 5 November, 11am – 12noon
- Ludlow Castle, from the North West, with the River Teme | 17 December, 11am – 12noon
Access information
The Dome Theatre is located on the top floor of The Bramall Music Building. The Bramall Music Building has a café, level access, accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, and power assisted doors. A Changing Places toilet is also available in the nearby Main Library building.
For full information visit AccessAble - Your Accessibility Guide or if you have any queries, don't hesitate to be in touch at [email protected]
At Home
Our collection...your place. Projects to do from your kitchen table.
Zine-making with Sarah Taylor Silverwood
Inspired by Adriaen van Ostade’s drawing The Child and The Doll, join artist Sarah Taylor Silverwood to make a zine and reflect on time spent with your family, whoever and wherever they may be.
Create a Camera Obscura with Jo Gane
Explore our online exhibition Sights of Wonder by learning more about the Victorian photography of Francis Bedford. Bedford was the first photographer to ever accompany a royal tour. He photographed temples, pyramids, and people along the way.
St Ives Scrap Sculptures with Benny Semp
Inspired by our previous temporary exhibition Cornwall as Crucible?
Learn about the materials and techniques used by artists such as Barbara Hepworth, turning household scrap into amazing sculptures!