Get crafty with a free, fun workshop inspired by Once Upon a Doll. Design your own hero doll using recycled materials at Wollongong Art Gallery.
Friday 25 September 2026
10:00am - 12:00pm
46 Burelli St, Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia
Free
Dive into a creative adventure where you and your children can design and craft your own hero doll. Inspired by Raquel Caballero's Once Upon a Doll exhibition, this workshop encourages imagination and resourcefulness by using recycled and everyday materials.
You can use items like toilet rolls as the base and decorate your doll with fabric, paper, and other found objects. Feel free to bring your own materials to add a personal touch.
Best of all, your finished hero doll might be displayed as part of the Once Upon a Doll exhibition, giving your creation a special place in the gallery.
This drop-in workshop is open to all ages, making it a perfect family outing. It is free of charge, so you can enjoy a creative morning without any cost.
The workshop runs for two hours, providing ample time to let your creativity flow and complete your hero doll.
No prior experience is needed, just bring your enthusiasm and any materials you wish to use.
The workshop takes place at Wollongong Art Gallery, located at 46 Burelli Street, Wollongong NSW.
The gallery is open Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 5pm and weekends from 12pm to 4pm. It is closed on Mondays and public holidays.
The venue is accessible and welcoming to families, providing a comfortable environment for children and adults alike.
This is a drop-in workshop, so you can arrive anytime between 10:00 and 12:00.
The event is free, but spaces may be limited, so arriving early is recommended.
Respect for the Traditional Custodians of Dharawal Country is acknowledged, reflecting the gallery's cultural values.
No booking is required for this free workshop. Just come along during the scheduled time.
There are no costs involved, making it an accessible activity for all families.
For more information, you can contact the gallery directly or visit their website.
