Artis Foundation

Our Mission is to transform lives through the arts by creating magical, high quality learning opportunities that help people flourish.To achieve our mission, we have 4 key strategic themes:Bringing the curriculum to life in schoolsPromoting wellbeing and tackling social issuesDiscovering and nurturing artists as educatorsAdvocating the importance of arts in learning.

Discover stories of strength, resilience, and representation through the performing arts.Taking place in the stunning main gallery space of Guildhall Art Gallery in the heart of the City of London, this exciting workshop invites primary school children to explore the lives and legacies of women - including trailblazers Elizabeth Garrett Anderson and Emily Davies - through the artwork that depicts them.Blending art and history with the performing arts, children will investigate how women’s experiences have been portrayed over time and how creativity, courage, and determination have shaped social change.Through movement, drama and music activities, as well as guided discussion, children will:<ul><li>Uncover stories through visual art and learn how paintings communicate powerful historical narratives.</li><li>Develop empathy by imagining the lives, challenges, and achievements of the women portrayed.</li><li>Explore themes of resilience, women’s rights, equality, and representation, discussing how these ideas connect to both past and present.</li><li>Build spoken language and communication skills through drama, performance, and collaborative dialogue.</li><li>Reflect on identity, diversity, and fairness through PSHE-linked activities that consider how society values and recognises different contributions.</li><li>Connect key historical events and social movements, including the suffrage movement, to the lives of the women featured, supporting curriculum links in History and PSHE around rights, social change, and community.</li></ul>As part of the experience, your class will enjoy a guided tour of the gallery, unlocking fascinating stories and connecting art to themes of history, identity, and aspiration. They will celebrate the work of women artists from diverse cultures, helping pupils build cultural capital, confidence, and ambition.Don’t miss this opportunity to turn learning into an inspiring journey for KS1 and KS2 children.Book your free tickets now for your class and for an unforgettable experience of art, storytelling, and performance.Times &amp; scheduleThe workshops run at the following times:<ul><li>10.15am (45 minute workshop, followed by 45 minute guided tour)</li><li>1pm (45 minute workshop, followed by a 45 minute guided tour)</li></ul>Email <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:dingdong@artisfoundation.org.uk">dingdong@artisfoundation.org.uk</a> if you have any questions or problems booking.Tickets: FREE but booking is essential.

Women in the picture at Guildhall Art Gallery 2026-27