Tactile Arts is a not-for-profit member-based community arts organisation in Darwin which actively supports and promotes artists within Darwin and the surrounding areas. Established in 1975, Tactile Arts has become one of the longest art organisations in Darwin. Throughout each month, events include artist member exhibitions, workshops, crafts fairs, an Artist-In-Residence Programme as well as maintaining a retail gallery in
Darwin CBD.
Tactile Arts is located in the grounds of the
Museum of Art Gallery and is sponsored by the Northern Territory Government, Darwin Waterfront and Jacksons Drawing Supplies Pty Ltd.
Photo courtesy of The Dragonfly Craft Fair Website
On Sunday 5th August, 2018, Tactile Arts is holding their annual
Dragonfly Crafts Fair in the Museum Grounds at 19 Conacher Street, Fannie Bay. Visitors have the opportunity to purchase unique, locally crafted goods and homewares while enjoying a bite to eat and soaking up the beautiful environment of the Museum Grounds. Many stallholders teach their craft to beginners and experienced practitioners. Why not take this opportunity to talk to the artists and look up some of the workshops that are offered through Tactile Arts Studio.
Parking is free and accessible in the MAGNT Car Park. For more information on this exciting day out, contact Melanie Favola on 08 8981 6616 or email admin@tactilearts.org.au This event starts at 9.00am and concludes 3.00pm. I'm sure you will find plenty of interesting artefacts and gifts for purchase.
