Crossing Country Education Kit

This education kit highlights key themes, periods and works from the exhibition Crossing Country providing a context for their use as a resource for K-6 and 7-12 audiences. It may be used in conjunction with a visit to the exhibition or as pre or post-visit resource material.

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Teachers' Enrichment Day

Learning Country
Friday 22 October 2004, 9.30am-3.30pm
Gain an in-depth understanding of the creative wealth of the Maningrida community with the exhibition Crossing Country. Investigate teaching strategies for Aboriginal art from this region with Co-ordinator of Aboriginal Programs Jonathan Jones.
$70, $35 for tertiary students (includes lunch and educational material)

Years 7-12

Student Study Morning: The Art of Alchemy
Delve into the creative practices of Western Arnhem Land and the Maningrida community, gaining insights into the culture of the region, and an art movement born of tradition and contemporary innovation.
Years 7-9: 9, 18 & 23 November 2004
Years 10-12: 19 & 27 October 2004
10.30-11.30am
$6 per student (includes exhibition entry)

Years K-6

Art Adventure Tour: Crossing Country
Experience Western Arnhem Land country and culture through contemporary Indigenous paintings, prints and sculpture.
Tuesdays-Fridays
With the Children's Guides
Free with $4 exhibition entry