Sensory Tours

The Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest

Project Summary

Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest has developed a program of free Sensory Tours for visitors with a disability. These tours respond to the articulated desire from the disabilities sector to have tailored opportunities for their clients to engage with exhibition programs. The itineraries for Sensory Tours are mapped out on consultation with disabilities’ sector service providers, and use all of the senses excluding taste. The tours use a variety of interactive strategies including the opportunity to touch selected artworks or alternatively explore objects that simulate aspects of the artwork. A range of materials are introduced into Sensory Tours, these may include objects that alter or enhance the visual aspect of the exhibition, aromatic elements when relevant and sound making objects. The Sensory Tours are designed to make the relationship between the exhibition and visitors with a disability a richer and more meaningful experience.

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Project Information

Council
Penrith City Council
Cultural Officer
Naomi McCarthy
Programs Projects and Partnerships
Division C
Other Penrith Council Projects
Neighbourhood Stories (working title): Parkour and Urban Movement Workshops
PP&VA - Cultural Entity Integration
Penrith Regional Gallery Capital Works and Heritage Conservation Project
The Tracksuits of St Marys
International Battle of the Choirs
Inventing Elena
KNOCKOUT
Cultural Awards 2008 Winners Announced

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  1. October 22, 2008

    The new 2009 Cultural Awards site is now open for entries!

  2. September 01, 2008

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  4. April 17, 2008

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